Crystal Palace are in advanced talks with Pierre Sage to become their next head coach, with multiple reports indicating an agreement in principle is reached. Sky Sports reports Palace have agreed a deal in principle for Sage, while the BBC says the club has held initial discussions with the Lens manager about taking over the role.
The Guardian and The Athletic describe Palace as poised to appoint Sage following productive negotiations. Both outlets link the move to Palace’s search for a successor to Oliver Glasner, who is reported to be leaving the club this summer. Sage, aged 47, is noted for guiding Lens to the Coupe de France and to second place in Ligue 1 this season.
The Guardian adds that the proposed contract is understood to run for two years, with an option for a further 12 months. It also reports that compensation for Lens is yet to be resolved, but that this is not expected to be a significant barrier. Across the coverage, Palace’s process is described as ongoing, with key final details—particularly around compensation—still to be settled.
