Crystal Palace Appoints Pierre Sage: A New Era Begins

Crystal Palace has named Pierre Sage as their new manager on a three-year contract, taking over from Oliver Glasner. Sage, who had a successful tenure at RC Lens, is set to lead Palace with a renewed ambition after Glasner's departure and will aim to uplift the club's performance and aspirations.

Crystal Palace has announced the appointment of Pierre Sage as their new manager on a three-year deal. The French coach succeeds Oliver Glasner, who left the club at the season's end when his contract expired. The Premier League side made the announcement on Monday.

Sage, 47, will be stepping into his role at Selhurst Park following a noteworthy stint at French club RC Lens. During his time there, he achieved significant success, notably securing the club's first-ever Coupe de France trophy and clinching a spot in the UEFA Champions League for only the fourth time in their history with a second-place finish in Ligue 1. He aims to rejuvenate Palace's ambitions, particularly after their 15th-place finish in the league last season.

"It’s amazing to be here at Crystal Palace. I’m excited by the club’s history and recent successes," said Sage in a statement. He expressed his ambition to replicate the feats of his predecessor, Oliver Glasner, under whom Palace recently clinched the Conference League trophy. Sage emphasized a commitment to maintaining a winning culture and fostering positivity for the team, fans, and the club.