Oliver Glasner's Crystal Palace Future: Contract Talks Heat Up Amid Ambition & Conditions
Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish reveals ongoing negotiations with manager Oliver Glasner about a contract extension, emphasizing the need for 'aligned ambitions' as the Eagles soar in Premier League and European competitions.




Crystal Palace FC chairman Steve Parish has confirmed active discussions with manager Oliver Glasner regarding a contract extension, though both parties stress the importance of establishing "the right conditions" for continued collaboration.
Negotiation Landscape
- Glasner's current deal expires June 2025
- Initial contract proposal made in June 2024
- Austrian manager seeks squad investment assurances
- Palace hierarchy wants long-term project commitment
Glasner's Palace Revolution
Since replacing Roy Hodgson in February 2024, the former Eintracht Frankfurt tactician has:
✅ Won 2023-24 FA Cup (Palace's first major trophy)
✅ Secured 2024 Community Shield victory over Liverpool
✅ Guided team to 6th in Premier League (4 points off top)
✅ Qualified for UEFA Conference League despite ownership complications
Parish told TalkSport:
"We're building something special here. Oliver wants competitive conditions to challenge for trophies – that ambition matches ours. It's about creating the right environment for sustained success."
European Complications
Palace's Europa League qualification was downgraded to Conference League due to multi-club ownership rules involving minority shareholder John Textor, who maintains stakes in both Palace and Olympique Lyonnais.
What's Next?
- January transfer window investment crucial to Glasner's decision
- Conference League knockout stage begins February
- Key Premier League fixtures against top-four rivals
- Contract resolution targeted before March 2025
The South London club faces a pivotal moment as they balance European commitments with domestic ambitions under their trophy-winning manager.