Crystal Palace hires Pierre Sage on three-year contract as new coach
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 12:05 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Crystal Palace has appointed Pierre Sage as their new head coach, agreeing to a three-year deal. The 47-year-old Frenchman will replace Oliver Glasner and is set to begin his role on July 6, contingent upon obtaining a work permit. Sage has a diverse background in football management, including success at Lens, where he led the club to a second-place finish in Ligue 1 and its first Coupe de France victory. His appointment signifies Palace's ambition to develop a long-term strategy and build upon the team's recent progress. Sage's appointment is viewed as a significant step in the club's evolution, with a strong emphasis on player development and tactical adaptability.
- •Pierre Sage replaces Oliver Glasner at Crystal Palace.
- •Appointment is on a three-year deal, effective July 6.
- •Sage previously led Lens to Ligue 1 success.
- •His background includes coaching roles at various levels.
- •Crystal Palace aims for long-term growth and player development.
- 12:20 PMYahoo Sports — Pierre Sage agrees three-year deal to become Crystal Palace manager
- 12:05 PMYahoo Sports — Frenchman joins Premier League side on three year deal
"Pierre Sage to Crystal Palace: Ambitious Appointment Signals Fresh DirectionCrystal Palace have moved decisively by agreeing a three year deal for Pierre Sage, a coach whose rise through French footba...
"Crystal Palace have reached an agreement with Pierre Sage to become the club’s new manager on a three-year contract.The 47-year-old Frenchman is set to succeed Oliver Glasner and will officially beg...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 15, 2026, 12:20 PMPierre Sage agrees three-year deal to become Crystal Palace manager
Crystal Palace have reached an agreement with Pierre Sage to become the club’s new manager on a three-year contract.The 47-year-old Frenchman is set to succeed Oliver Glasner and will officially beg...
- Yahoo SportsJun 15, 2026, 12:05 PMFrenchman joins Premier League side on three year deal
Pierre Sage to Crystal Palace: Ambitious Appointment Signals Fresh DirectionCrystal Palace have moved decisively by agreeing a three year deal for Pierre Sage, a coach whose rise through French footba...
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