Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner is facing mounting pressure from supporters as the club struggles through a turbulent Premier League campaign. Despite leading the Eagles to FA Cup glory last season, fans displayed a banner declaring the Austrian manager “finished” ahead of a recent victory over Wolves. The dramatic shift in sentiment highlights growing frustration over Crystal Palace’s declining form and uncertain direction under Glasner’s leadership.
The manager confirmed he will depart at the end of the season, adding further uncertainty to the club’s future. Additionally, Glasner has publicly criticized the board’s transfer strategy following high-profile departures of key players during recent transfer windows.
From Hero to Villain: Glasner’s Fall from Grace
Last season’s triumph saw Crystal Palace lift their first major trophy and secure European qualification for the Conference League. However, the optimism that followed has evaporated during the current campaign. The club now finds itself battling to avoid relegation rather than building on previous success.
Glasner publicly stated that he and his squad had been “completely abandoned” by the club’s transfer policy. This followed the January sale of Marc Guehi to Manchester City and Eberechi Eze’s summer departure to Arsenal. Jean-Philippe Mateta nearly joined AC Milan in January as well, only staying due to a failed medical.
Public Criticism Raises Questions About Manager’s Commitment
The frequency of Glasner’s negative public remarks has led to speculation that he wants to be dismissed before his confirmed end-of-season departure. Meanwhile, the manager insists he maintains full support from the board and players. According to Glasner, he has “100% assurance” of backing from Crystal Palace leadership.
“If the players believe in me and the staff, that’s the most important thing,” Glasner said. He emphasized the positive togetherness within the squad and his relationship with the sporting director and chairman. However, fan sentiment tells a different story as supporters openly express their dissatisfaction.
Crystal Palace’s Uncertain Future Under Glasner
The feeling among the Crystal Palace fanbase is that the club has squandered an opportunity to capitalize on last season’s FA Cup success. While the Eagles remain in the Conference League, poor form in the competition has diminished hopes of a deep run. In contrast, their primary concern centers on Premier League survival.
Recent victories over Brighton and Wolves have provided temporary relief from relegation fears. Nevertheless, Crystal Palace still requires additional points to guarantee safety from dropping into the bottom three. The wins have eased immediate concerns but haven’t resolved underlying issues about the team’s direction.
Questions Mount Over Timing of Managerial Change
With Glasner already confirming his departure and supporters losing faith, questions arise about why Crystal Palace would retain him until season’s end. Critics argue that appointing a new manager now could provide a fresh start and better position the club for success after the summer transfer window. The current situation benefits neither the manager who wants to leave nor the fans who want him gone.
Crystal Palace has not announced whether they will accelerate Glasner’s departure or maintain the current arrangement through the end of the campaign. The club’s next moves remain uncertain as they balance immediate Premier League survival needs against longer-term planning for the managerial transition.
