Expert: Crystal Palace eye 'no-brainer' manager appointment, this is the 'risk-free' option

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(Credit: Imago) Crystal Palace plot ‘no-brainer’ move to appoint Sean Dyche after Oliver Glasner exit Wed 25 March 2026 11:30, UK Crystal Palace are eyeing Sean Dyche as a leading contender to replace Oliver Glasner when he walks away from his position at Selhurst Park this summer.Dyche has been out of management since his dismissal from Nottingham Forest in Ferbuary, but could be tempted to return for the right club at the end of the season.The move would be seen as a “no-brainer” should the Eagles opt to pursue a safe and risk-free appointment rather than attempting to replicate Glasner’s appointment.Former Man United chief scout Mick Brown told Football Insider that Steve Parish is likely to target a safer option rather than risk the Eagles’ position.This comes ahead of what is expected to be a busy transfer window where a number of key players could leave, and Crystal Palace’s new manager will have plenty to deal with.Credit: ImagoCrystal Palace set sights on Sean Dyche appointmentFootball Insider first revealed on 24 February that Dyche is interested in the Crystal Palace job and would be open to becoming their next managaer in the summer. MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Glasner announced in January that he would be leaving the club upon the expiry of his contract, leaving plenty of time for the board to sort out his replacement.Sean Dyche Premier League RecordNottingham ForestEvertonBurnleyGames1874220Wins62165Draws42356Losses83099Points Per Game1.220.860.87Goals For2074221Goals Against23103311Sean Dyche’s record in the Premier League.

(via Transfermarkt)While Dyche wouldn’t be seen as an ambitious option by the supporters at Selhurst Park, he is being backed to do a good job should he land the role.“Sean Dyche would be a safe option for Crystal Palace,” Brown told Football Insider.“The alternative to that is risky, if you go abroad to bring in a new manager they can have great success like we’ve seen with Glasner, but they can also struggle.“We’ve seen it loads of times, Tottenham are having it now with Igor Tudor, it’s not always easy.“So if they want to go with a risk-free option, Sean Dyche is a no-brainer because he’s got the experience and know-how of managing in the Premier League.“That’s what I expect the Palace board to be thinking, especially in the summer when there’s a risk they could lose some really important players.“Marc Guehi is already gone, other could follow him, so with potentially some very important players leaving, do they also want to take a risk on a manager?“I think Dyche might be the one they’re leaning towards at the moment.”Who else is in line for the Crystal Palace job?The Eagles have been working to assess managerial candidates since before Glasner confirmed he would be leaving, and are now accelerating their plans.While Dyche ranks highly on their list, the Eagles have also considered the likes of Getafe’s Jose Bordalas and Real Vallecano’s Inigo Perez as alternatives.Credit: ImagoMeanwhile, Football Insider revealed in January that Crystal Palace are keen on Bournemouth’s Andoni Iraola, who could leave the Cherries this summer.In what would be considered an ambitious move by the Eagles, they are keeping a close eye on the Spaniard’s contract situation at the Vitality Stadium.They will likely face stiff competition for the Spaniard from clubs including Tottenham should he become available, but feel they could lure him to Selhurst Park. 🦅 Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Crystal Palace Insider Access Get the full story from Selhurst Park and Beckenham with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the heart of South London.