Odds Slashed: Premier League Sack Race Takes New Twist After Oliver Glasner Development

The Premier League sack race has intensified in February 2026, with Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner emerging as a focal point following a dramatic development. Despite a recent big win over rivals Brighton, Glasner's position remains precarious, but odds have shifted dramatically after positive talks with the club.[1][2][4]

Glasner, who led Palace to FA Cup glory last season, has seen his side plummet into a relegation scrap this campaign. Initially announced to depart at the end of his contract in summer 2026, recent reports indicate Palace intends to retain him until season's end following constructive discussions. This comes amid fan frustration, including boos in the away end during a Conference League match, and his public criticism of the board post-match.[1][2][3][4][5]

Betting markets reflect the twist: BetVictor slashed Glasner's odds to 6/1 to be the next sacked Premier League boss, down from higher figures, signaling perceived job security despite the turmoil. Analysts note it would be "odd" to axe him now, given the Brighton victory, though his relationship with the board appears strained.[2][4]

Sean Dyche of Nottingham Forest leads the market at 4/1, potentially the third Forest sacking this season after Nuno Espírito Santo and Ange Postecoglou. Liverpool's Arne Slot (dramatic decline from champions to 6th) and others like Eddie Howe trail, but Glasner's situation steals headlines.[2][3]

Speculation links Glasner to bigger roles at Manchester United, Liverpool, or Spurs, boosting his profile after successes at Eintracht Frankfurt (Europa League win) and Wolfsburg. Palace fans acknowledge he's taken the club as far as possible under current finances, paving the way for his exit—voluntary or otherwise.[3][4][5]

This odds slash underscores the sack race's volatility, with Glasner's Brighton triumph and board talks providing a temporary reprieve amid Palace's freefall.[2]