Oliver Glasner is reportedly preparing to depart Crystal Palace when his current contract expires next summer.
Glasner has become the most accomplished manager in Crystal Palace’s history this year, but he has felt frustrated by what he perceived as a lack of full backing during the transfer window following last season’s FA Cup triumph.
Those tensions have created doubt over his long-term future, with all indications suggesting he will make a cordial exit at the conclusion of this campaign when his deal runs out.
Glasner strongly criticised the Crystal Palace hierarchy after their recent loss to Manchester United, and sources have informed Football Insider that a number of clubs are closely monitoring his situation as a consequence.
A coach with his level of pedigree would likely have several options available next summer, and it appears the Eagles are already bracing for his departure by identifying Getafe’s outspoken manager Jose Bordalas as a potential successor.
Glasner reportedly set to reject new contract as Palace line up Bordalas:
Palace officials have attempted to secure Glasner on an extended contract, but his high aspirations seemingly do not align with the club’s current direction.
While he is expected to fulfil the remainder of his deal but decline an extension, Spanish outlet Carrusel Deportivo has reported that the South London side are targeting Getafe boss Bordalas for next summer.
The report claims there has been no direct contact between Bordalas and Palace at this stage, but the Spaniard could be presented with an attractive project to take charge ahead of the 2026-27 season.
Bordalas’ approach has earned him a controversial reputation in Spain:
Bringing in Bordalas would certainly represent an unconventional move by the Eagles, but his track record within Spanish football cannot be dismissed, even if his methods regularly divide opinion.
Xavi Hernandez once insisted that “normal people don’t want to watch football like that” after coming up against Bordalas’ abrasive, streetwise Getafe side during his time as Barcelona boss.
“This isn’t football. It’s something else and it makes my blood boil,” was how Quique Setien reacted in 2020 when he was managing Barca and facing Bordalas’ team.
The 61-year-old has achieved promotion from Spain’s second tier with both Alaves and Getafe, and he guided the latter to their highest-ever La Liga finish of fifth place in 2019.
The Madrid-based outfit have regularly ended seasons in mid-table since his return in 2023 following a short stint at Valencia, and they currently occupy 10th spot in La Liga as they push for Conference League qualification.
Bordalas’ contract at Getafe is due to expire next summer, with no renewal discussions reported so far, meaning he could be tempted by the opportunity to test himself in English football should Palace move for him ahead of next season.