Crystal Palace Parts Ways with Manager Pierre Sage After Disappointing Start

London, November 12 (Daily Kiran) : Crystal Palace has made the decision to part ways with head coach Pierre Sage following a series of disappointing results. The club announced his dismissal just five months after he took the helm. Currently, the team finds itself at the bottom of the Premier League standings.

On Thursday, the club confirmed Sage’s exit, along with the resignation of three members of his coaching staff: Jamal Alioui, Damian Della Santa, and Sandy Guichard.

In an official statement, Crystal Palace expressed gratitude for the hard work put in by Sage and his staff during their time in South London, wishing them well for the future.

This decision comes on the heels of a 3-1 defeat at home to Liverpool, marking the team’s fourth consecutive loss in the league. The Eagles have managed only two wins in their first ten league matches this season, exacerbating the club’s struggles.

Defensively, Palace has faced significant challenges, conceding 24 goals in the Premier League—the highest in the competition. This defensive frailty has contributed to a dismal start, raising concerns about potential relegation.

The club’s troubles extend beyond domestic football, as their performance in European competitions has also been underwhelming. Currently, Palace sits 21st in the Europa League standings, having won just one of their four matches.

With Sage’s early departure from Selhurst Park, the club is now on the lookout for a new manager who can turn the team’s fortunes around in the coming weeks. Former Brentford and Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank has emerged as a strong candidate for the role, with reports suggesting that discussions regarding his appointment are well advanced. However, the club has not yet officially confirmed any new managerial appointments, stating that further information will be provided in due course.