Crystal Palace are bracing themselves for a potential approach from Tottenham for Oliver Glasner if Spurs decide to part company with Thomas Frank, according to GIVEMESPORT journalist Bobby Manzi.
Speaking on the Market Madness podcast, Manzi explained that both Frank and Glasner have come under scrutiny in recent weeks. Spurs’ struggles in north London have intensified the pressure on Frank, while Glasner sparked tension at Selhurst Park after publicly criticising the club’s decision to sell captain Marc Guehi on the eve of the defeat to Sunderland.
Palace held internal discussions about Glasner’s future the day after that loss. Despite the uncertainty and the Austrian confirming he will depart when his contract expires in the summer, the club opted to keep him in charge. Frank, meanwhile, eased the immediate pressure on himself with a midweek win over Borussia Dortmund, though doubts around his position remain.
Palace wary of Tottenham interest in Glasner
Even after that victory, GIVEMESPORT sources suggest Frank’s future is still fragile, with his dismissal viewed as a matter of timing rather than possibility. Glasner has been on Tottenham’s radar before, and with his availability on the horizon, he is once again seen as a potential option.
Manzi believes the expectation of Spurs making a move has influenced Palace’s decision to hold fire. The club are reluctant to pay compensation to remove a manager who is already set to leave, particularly when there is a chance they could receive a fee if another side comes calling.
“As far as I’m aware, they don’t really want to pay out compensation,” Manzi explained. “They know Tottenham could move if Thomas Frank goes, and that would mean Palace getting money for Oliver Glasner. With so much change already happening, they don’t want another managerial switch in January.”
Palace’s situation has shifted dramatically over the past year. After lifting the FA Cup last season, they have since lost key figures, with Eberechi Eze joining Arsenal, Guehi moving to Manchester City, Mateta pushing for an exit and Glasner confirming his own summer departure.
Despite the upheaval, the club feel they cannot afford to lose their manager midseason. A change now could destabilise the squad further, whereas allowing Glasner to see out his deal gives Palace time to plan for the future. Any compensation gained from a summer move would also help soften the transition, making patience the preferred option for now.