Steve Parish identifies the former Spurs boss as the man to rebuild Palace following a “disastrous” season at Selhurst Park.
A year ago, Crystal Palace were dreaming of European nights and FA Cup glory. Today, the South London club is picking up the pieces of a “disastrous” campaign that saw their cup defense end in a shock defeat to non-league Macclesfield. With Oliver Glasner set to depart this summer, chairman Steve Parish has already identified a primary target for the rebuild.
According to Sports Boom, Crystal Palace are set to commence talks with Thomas Frank. The Dane is looking for a swift return to management following his recent dismissal from Tottenham Hotspur a tenure that many believe was doomed by boardroom issues rather than a lack of coaching ability.
Why Thomas Frank Fits the “Palace DNA”
While Frank’s time in North London was underwhelming, his “brilliant” work at Brentford (as praised by Owen Hargreaves) aligns perfectly with the culture at Selhurst Park. Unlike the high-pressure environment of Spurs, Palace thrives on an underdog mentality and quick transitions—tactics Frank mastered during his rise in the Premier League.
| Manager | Status | Best Known For |
| Thomas Frank | Free Agent | Brentford’s PL promotion & stability |
| Oliver Glasner | Outgoing (Summer) | Europa League success with Frankfurt |
| Gareth Southgate | Linked | Former Palace captain & England boss |
A Clean Slate in South London
With 12 Premier League games remaining, Glasner’s focus has shifted to a potential Europa Conference League run to save his legacy. However, Parish is already looking at the “clean slate” awaiting the club in July.
Despite the Burnley comeback victory further dampening morale this week, the prospect of Frank arriving suggests a tactical shift back to the high-intensity, pragmatic football that originally made him one of the most respected managers in England.
Thiago Nuno is a football editor and analyst covering European leagues, match statistics, and transfer market trends.
