Crystal Palace have confirmed the departure of Roy Hodgson as head coach, with the club since announcing Austrian coach Oliver Glasner to be his successor.
Hodgson suffered a frightening health scare at training on Thursday and has been receiving medical attention ever since.
Palace announced the news of Hodgson’s exit on Monday afternoon in a club statement, while Hodgson gave an emotional farewell to the Palace fans.
Hodgson said: ‘This club is very special and means so much to me and has played a big part in my footballing life. I have fully enjoyed my time here across six seasons, as it has given me the chance to work with top class players and staff doing what I love every day.
‘However, I understand, given recent circumstances, it may be prudent at this time for the club to plan ahead, and therefore I have taken the decision to step aside so that the club can bring forward their plans for a new manager, as intended for this summer.
Roy Hodgson has left Crystal Palace after suffering a health scare at training last week
He has been replaced by former Eintracht Frankfurt manager Oliver Glasner (pictured)
Palace chairman Steve Parish confirmed Hodgson’s departure on Monday afternoon
‘I would like to thank Steve Parish and his American partners for their support, along with my coaching staff and backroom team who have helped me so much along the way. In particular, a huge thank you to my long-term friend and assistant, Ray Lewington; coaches Dean Kiely and Paddy McCarthy; plus the excellent sports science, video analysis and medical departments.
‘My thanks and respect also to the current squad of players who have been a pleasure to work with – they are a credit to the club and themselves. I am certain that our fans will continue to give their full support to the team for the remainder of this season and beyond.
‘I am confident that the season will finish well and I wish the team every success in the weeks, months and seasons to come.’
The announcement of Glasner as his appointment, came just 80 minutes after Hodgson’s departure was announced.
Glasner in a statement said: ”I am looking forward to working with the talented squad, meeting the club’s supporters and experiencing the Selhurst Park atmosphere I have heard so much about. It has been a pleasure to meet with Steve and Dougie, and I am looking forward to working with them to achieve our goals.’
Hodgson, 76, leaves…