Andoni Iraola is the No.1 managerial target for Crystal Palace ahead of Oliver Glasner’s expected departure. Updates from other clubs previously linked with the Spaniard have provided the Eagles with optimism, and Football Insider reports they are now ready to go all out to land him in the next phase.
Crystal Palace are yet to finalise their next manager, as Oliver Glasner’s exit edges closer. The Eagles are safe from relegation, but they could secure Europa League football if they win the Conference League final scheduled for next week against SC Freiburg.
Andoni Iraola remains their main target to replace Glasner, and the Spaniard would be open to the idea of managing the club. There have been complications in the background due to links with multiple clubs, which have made the pursuit more difficult.
Iraola had been linked with Chelsea and Manchester United, but both clubs have now clarified their managerial situations. Chelsea have confirmed the appointment of Xabi Alonso as their new manager, while Manchester United are sticking with Michael Carrick, leaving Iraola to decide his next move, especially after the Chelsea snub.
Palace are increasingly confident about appointing Iraola, and developments at other clubs have boosted optimism at Selhurst Park. The club are now prepared to push strongly to bring the Spaniard in as Glasner’s successor, although there is still significant work to be done.
Iraola would reportedly prefer a club competing in European football, and Palace are just one step away from confirming their place in next season’s Europa League. Any concrete progress in talks is expected to accelerate after the Conference League final next week, as a victory would significantly strengthen their position.
Palace are not placing all their eggs in the Iraola basket, with other options under consideration, including Villarreal boss Marcelino. A few more names are also in the mix, but the club are expected to prioritise a move for Iraola.
