Crystal Palace appoint Pierre Sage as manager on three-year deal

Crystal Palace have appointed Pierre Sage as their new manager. The 47-year-old, formerly of Lens, led the French club to second in last season’s Ligue 1 and secured their first-ever Coupe de France title. He replaces Oliver Glasner, who departed Selhurst Park after guiding the Eagles to Conference League glory. Palace announced on Monday evening that Sage has signed a three-year contract, pending visa confirmation.Palace chairman Steve Parish said: “I am tremendously excited to welc