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Crystal Palace management is reportedly on the verge of initiating talks with Lens manager Pierre Sage, who has emerged as the frontrunner to succeed Oliver Glasner at Selhurst Park. The London club's initial top choice, Andoni Iraola, failed to respond within the given timeframe, having become the leading candidate to take over Liverpool since Arne Slot's dismissal.
The 47-year-old Pierre Sage is considered one of Europe's most promising coaches and is keen on working in the Premier League, according to the BBC. He took charge of Lens just a year ago, guiding the team to a second-place finish in Ligue 1. Additionally, he secured the club's first trophy in its 120-year history by winning the French Cup.
Frank Lampard, Kieran McKenna, Dino Toppmöller, Thomas Frank, and Sean Dyche are also reportedly in contention, with initial discussions already held with some of them. Crystal Palace is not rushing the appointment and will make a final decision after interviewing all selected candidates.
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