CRYSTAL PALACE have added Thomas Frank to their list of potential managers to replace the departing Oliver Glasner.
Frank saw his dream move to Tottenham unravel after just eight months, failing to instil the culture and organised style of football that made him such a success at Brentford.
Palace and Glasner are simply managing the situation for now, with the club determined to stick with him until the end of the season before appointing a new permanent boss.
For his part, Frank would welcome the chance to return to the Premier League and prove that his short spell at Tottenham does not define his managerial career.
The Eagles board have been working behind the scenes to find someone who can build on the highs of last season, when they defied the odds to win the FA Cup.
Sources within the club have told SunSport that they already have a clear idea of the profile for their next manager, looking for someone who plays a style of football similar to Glasner’s.
Premier League experience will also be considered vital, given that Palace are currently deep in the fight against relegation.
The club hopes that the next manager will have a calmer start, as European football, which has added to the fixture congestion this season, may not be on the calendar next year.
A club with the budget and ambition of Palace could suit Thomas Frank perfectly, given his track record at Brentford.
He guided the Bees to promotion to the Premier League and then ensured they consolidated their place among England’s elite.
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Palace are looking for stability as much as ambition, and Frank’s experience of building teams from the ground up ticks both boxes.
The board believe that the right appointment could set the club on a path to sustained top-flight success while still maintaining their attacking, organised style.
While nothing has been decided yet, his name has quickly risen to the top of the shortlist alongside a handful of other candidates.
The coming weeks will be crucial as Palace prepare for life after Glasner.
