Crystal Palace have parted ways with Roy Hodgson and former Eintracht Frankfurt manager Oliver Glasner, the new boss at Selhurst Park.
Hodgson, who was admitted to hospital on Thursday after collapsing in training, has left his role following a run of three wins in 17 Premier League games. The club have confirmed that he is now out of hospital.
Although the Eagles are five points above the relegation zone in 15th place, chairman Steve Parish has made the move because he is concerned they could get dragged into the scrap.
The 76-year-old returned for his second spell as Palace boss in March 2023 on a short-term deal to replace Patrick Vieira. He was kept on for the 2023–24 season after steering them to 11th place, but has endured a difficult campaign, with just six wins coming from 24 matches.
Hodgson said: “This club is very special, means so much to me and has played a big part in my footballing life. I have fully enjoyed my time here across six seasons, as it has given me the chance to work with top class players and staff doing what I love every day.
“However, I understand that, given recent circumstances, it may be prudent at this time for the club to plan ahead, and therefore I have taken the decision to step aside so that the club can bring forward their plans for a new manager, as intended for this summer.
“I would like to thank Steve Parish and his American partners for their support, along with my coaching staff and backroom team, who have helped me so much along the way. In particular, a huge thank you to my long-term friend and assistant, Ray Lewington; coaches Dean Kiely and Paddy McCarthy; plus the excellent sports science, video analysis and medical departments.
“My thanks and respect also go to the current squad of players who have been a pleasure to work with – they are a credit to the club and themselves. I am certain that our fans will continue to give their full support to the team for the remainder of this season and beyond.
“I am confident that the season will finish well, and I wish the team every success in the weeks, months, and seasons to come.
Chairman Steve Parish said: “Roy has a special place in Crystal Palace history, and this will never be forgotten. After four years in which he led the club to maintaining Premier League status season after season, he once again joined us nearly a year ago to steady the ship, and worked wonders. The fact that he then agreed to continue in the summer speaks volumes about his commitment to our club. Quite simply, we owe our continued Premier League status to Roy.
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