- Palace looking ahead to Europa League
- Oliver Glasner choosing his next step
- Glasner met with AC Milan
Crystal Palace could be set with a reunion with Oliver Glasner next season, as the Austrian looks across Europe for his next managerial role. The Eagles will compete in the Europa League and could come up against their former manager.
Oliver Glasner is looking for his next managerial role after departing South London following the fairytale ending of the Conference League victory in Germany.
The 51-year-old has had an incredible two years at Palace, with their best ever seasons ending with three trophies. He is now looking for his next challenge and has been linked to top teams across Europe.
With English team vacancies fast filling it is likely Glasner will be looking across to other top European leagues.
Glasner reunion on the cards
According to journalist Daniele Longo Glasner has met with AC Milan. The meeting reportedly had good chemistry between the parties with further meetings to follow. The Austrian is considered the top candidate for the job.
AC Milan sacked head coach Massimiliano Allegri after a difficult season. They failed to qualify for Champions League football for the second year in a row, finishing fifth in the Serie A.
The Italian side will compete in the Europa League next season and could come up against Palace since the Eagles will finally compete in Europes second biggest tournament.
If Glasner takes the role at the San Siro a reunion with Palace players and fans could be on the cards if Milan are drawn the South London side.
Dream Matches in the Europa League
Palace fans are already becoming excited at the competition in the Europa League next season. After being stripped of the competition last summer the Eagles will finally compete in the competition and could face some incredible European teams.
Both Italian sides Juventus and AC Milan’s places in the competition have been confirmed meaning Palace fans could be travelling to the famous San Siro or the Allianz stadium.
Other teams that are confirmed include Marseille, Bayer Leverkusen, Real Sociedad and Celta de Vigo. Palace could also be reunited with Az Alkmaar who they faced in the Conference League in November with a 3-1 victory.
