Crystal Palace may turn to 41-year-old former Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim to replace Oliver Glasner this summer.
A report by TEAMtalk has revealed that former Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim is the subject of interest from Crystal Palace. The Eagles are scouring the managerial market for a long-term replacement for Oliver Glasner, with the Austrian tactician set to call time on his stint with the South London club after the 2025/26 season.
While Frank Lampard is Crystal Palace’s top target to take over from Glasner after the 2025/26 season, the 2024/25 FA Cup winners have kept their options open. So, Amorim and Andoni Iraola have emerged on the London club’s wishlist as alternatives to the Coventry City boss.
Ruben Amorim and his managerial career so far
Ruben Amorim has endured a topsy-turvy ride since calling time on his professional career and entering the coaching sphere. The 41-year-old rose in prominence as one of the world’s most promising young managers after his spells with SC Braga and Sporting CP, winning half a dozen trophies during his spell in Portugal.
Amorim’s league title wins with Sporting CP sent his stock skyrocketing. However, the Portuguese tactician endured a frustrating spell with Manchester United, with regular wins eluding him. The Red Devils made gradual progress under his tutelage, taking mini steps forward before his acrimonious departure earlier this year, ending his spell with a winning rate of 38.1%. However, Amorim may soon return to the Premier League.
What next?
The latest report has revealed that Ruben Amorim has emerged as a target for Crystal Palace. The Eagles are combing the market for a new head coach as they prepare for life after Oliver Glasner. They need to make careful considerations before making the next appointment, considering the Austrian tactician’s impact at Selhurst Park.
Glasner guided Crystal Palace to the club’s first-ever major honour when they won the FA Cup last season. They followed that up with the Community Shield triumph, and the team has also progressed to the UEFA Europa Conference League semi-finals. So, the South London club must land someone who can take Glasner’s legacy forward in the coming seasons.
While Amorim did not make a big mark on Manchester United, his system should fit at Crystal Palace like a glove, considering Glasner has employed a similar setup in recent seasons. However, the 41-year-old Portuguese tactician is ‘Plan B’ for Crystal Palace, and a move may not materialise if they can secure Frank Lampard’s services in the coming months.