Crystal Palace is preparing for a busy summer transfer window as they look to overhaul both their squad and their coaching staff. With Oliver Glasner set to depart, Chairman Steve Parish has intensified the search for a successor while simultaneously targeting Coventry City’s standout defender, Milan van Ewijk.
The Search for a New Manager
Palace has compiled a shortlist of candidates to lead the team next season. While Bournemouth’s Andoni Iraola was a primary target following his announced departure from the Cherries, heavy competition from clubs like Liverpool and Manchester United may force Palace to look elsewhere.
Frank Lampard has emerged as a top choice for Parish. Currently managing Coventry City, Lampard has impressed by leading the Sky Blues to the brink of Premier League promotion.
Lampard’s Coventry Track Record:
- Matches: 78
- Win Rate: 55% (43 Wins)
- Points Per Match: 1.85
- Contract Status: Tied to Coventry until 2027.
Targeting Milan van Ewijk
In addition to pursuing Lampard, the Eagles are reportedly eyeing Coventry’s star right-back, Milan van Ewijk. The defender has been instrumental in Coventry’s success this season, contributing a team-high eight assists and appearing in almost every league fixture.
Transfer Details:
- Estimated Price: Coventry is expected to demand £25 million.
- Competition: Palace faces a bidding war against Brighton, Everton, and Bournemouth.
- Manager Approval: Lampard has publicly praised the defender, calling his recent campaign “absolutely amazing.”
Managerial Candidate Comparison
| Candidate | Current Status | Career Win % |
|---|---|---|
| Robbie Keane | Ferencvaros | 65% |
| Frank Lampard | Coventry City | 55% (Current Tenure) |
| Thomas Frank | Unemployed | 44% |
| Liam Rosenior | Chelsea | 44% |
| Andoni Iraola | AFC Bournemouth | 39% |
| Sean Dyche | Unemployed | 35% |
Note: While Lampard is under contract for several more years, his success at the CBS Arena has made him the pragmatic favorite for the Selhurst Park vacancy if a deal for Iraola fails to materialize.
