Crystal Palace Plans Contract Talks to Retain FA Cup-Winning Manager Glasner

Oliver Glasner, the manager who led Crystal Palace to their first major trophy by winning the FA Cup and is on track for the club's highest-ever Premier League points tally, is set to remain at the club for the next season as confirmed by chairman Steve Parish. Glasner's current contract runs until 2026, and while the club is keen to extend his deal, Parish emphasized that any new contract must align with the club's ambition and development, ensuring Glasner feels part of a forward-moving project. Despite interest from Bundesliga clubs such as RB Leipzig and Bayer Leverkusen, Glasner has expressed focus solely on the team's immediate goals rather than his personal future. Parish acknowledged the importance of the club showing progress both on and off the pitch to retain Glasner long-term, noting ongoing talks but stressing that discussions about contract extensions would happen away from the pressure of finals. The upcoming Europa League campaign will mark Palace's maiden European competition under Glasner, who previously won the Europa League with Eintracht Frankfurt. Both Glasner and Parish appear committed to the club's growth, but final decisions on his future are expected after the current season concludes.