Freedman Leaves Crystal Palace for Diriyah Role

Dougie Freedman, the sporting director for Crystal Palace, is set to leave the club to pursue a new opportunity overseas, potentially in Saudi Arabia with the Diriyah Company. Freedman has been instrumental in player recruitment and managerial appointments since 2017, contributing significantly to the club's success. Palace has acknowledged his departure with gratitude, emphasizing his impact over the past eight years. Iain Moody, who previously held the sporting director role, is reportedly a potential candidate to succeed Freedman despite his controversial past resignation. Freedman's new role is expected to involve shaping the performance philosophy of multiple sports under the Diriyah Company, although he will continue consulting for Palace over the summer. Freedman's departure marks the end of a notable era at Crystal Palace, leaving behind a well-structured sporting department.