Crystal Palace are believed to be eyeing a potential move to appoint Manchester United interim manager Michael Carrick as a replacement for Oliver Glasner in the summer, according to a report from Football Insider.
Manchester United and Crystal Palace are both likely to be in the hunt for a new manager ahead of the 2026/2027 season. Palace's search for a new boss is certain, with Glasner already confirming that he won't be signing a new deal at Selhurst Park, with his current contract expiring at the end of the campaign.
There is also a strong chance that Man Utd will be looking to appoint a new manager, with Carrick only brought in on an interim basis until the end of the season. The former Middlesbrough boss might be giving United something to think about in terms of potentially appointing him permanently, having won his first three games in charge since joining in January.
Palace Eyeing Oliver Glasner Replacement
Manchester United first team coach Michael Carrick looks on
According to a report from Football Insider, Crystal Palace are eyeing a possible move to appoint Manchester United interim manager Carrick, as they weigh up potential replacements for Glasner. The Eagles could be convinced to make a move for Carrick in the summer if United opt against appointing him on a permanent basis following his interim period.
Unfortunately for Palace, it is claimed that Carrick is in pole position to land the United job on a permanent basis after an impressive start. Palace aren't the only side that are keeping an eye on Carrick's progress at Old Trafford this season, with Bournemouth and Fulham also named as potential suitors for the former Middlesbrough boss.
Whether Carrick, described as 'insanely talented' by Danish journalist Pelle Kirchner, would be keen on a move to Selhurst Park remains to be seen, but he could have plenty of offers if United's form continues under him.
Oliver Glasner
Although Palace would likely want to keep Glasner at the club beyond this season, the Austrian manager's revelation that he wants to leave is a benefit to the club. Steve Parish and his team now have plenty of time to analyse candidates and find a replacement, meaning they have more of a chance of getting the next appointment right.
Palace are clearly already working on who is going to take over in the dugout at Selhurst Park, and they'll certainly do well to replicate what Glasner has achieved, delivering two long-awaited trophies to the capital club.