Cristal Palace prepares revolution on the bench: Ruben Amorim, former Manchester United flop, and Frank Lampard in the running for the position
Crystal Palace is gearing up for a revolution in the technical command with the imminent departure of Oliver Glasner, and the most unexpected names are starting to emerge to fill the Eagles’ bench. Among the most surprising options is Ruben Amorim, former coach of Manchester United, who despite a resounding failure at Old Trafford, has re-entered the list of candidates for the Premier League. Meanwhile, Frank Lampard, manager of Coventry City, emerges as a strong contender, making this one of the most anticipated decisions of the summer in English football.
Oliver Glasner officially confirmed in January that he will leave Crystal Palace at the end of the season. In statements to the press, Glasner revealed that he made the decision months earlier: “A decision has been made, months ago. I had a meeting with Steve Parish in October, during the international break. We had a long conversation, and I told him I would not be renewing my contract. We agreed that it was best to keep it confidential for three months, but now it’s important to have clarity. Steve and I want what’s best for Crystal Palace.”
With the summer transfer window approaching, president Steve Parish is leading the search for a new manager with a range of options that promises to shake up the coaching market in the Premier League. According to sources close to the situation, Frank Lampard is “firmly on the list of candidates,” at a time when Coventry City is shining under his management. In addition to Lampard, names like Thomas Frank, former Tottenham and Brentford manager, and Robbie Keane, Spurs legend, are also “very much under consideration.”
The big surprise is undoubtedly the inclusion of Ruben Amorim on the list of potential replacements, despite his disastrous stint at Manchester United. This risky bet demonstrates Crystal Palace’s ambition to regain stability and, who knows, surprise the Premier League with a manager who, despite setbacks, has a promising career outside England.
Meanwhile, George Boateng, former Coventry City player, has issued a warning to Frank Lampard, who may be tempted to leave the club: “The talk about Lampard leaving is inevitable when a club is doing well. He has done an incredible job over the past year. The squad was already there, but it’s necessary to manage, choose the team, and be tactical to win games. He deserves all the credit.”
Boateng warned that “the grass isn’t always greener on the other side” and encouraged Lampard to become a legend at Coventry: “He can be a hero for the club, stay and help solidify the team in the Premier League and achieve a respectable position in the top division.” The former midfielder also highlighted the importance of previous work: “We cannot forget what Mark Robins did, establishing the foundations and philosophy of the club. It has been a difficult journey to get here, especially after that game against Manchester United in the FA Cup. The club could have crumbled, but it didn’t. Under Frank’s leadership, all the signs are positive and next season is a huge opportunity.”
The imminent departure of Glasner opens a decisive chapter for Crystal Palace, which could shake up the Premier League with an unexpected choice on the bench. Ruben Amorim, with his controversial experience, and Frank Lampard, with his meteoric rise, are the names that promise to stir the market and give the London club a new identity next season. Steve Parish’s decision will be crucial for the future of the Eagles, with the eyes of English football fixed on Selhurst Park.
This article first appeared on Apito Final.
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