Crystal Palace are reportedly considering managerial alternatives as pressure grows on Pierre Sage, with former Tottenham striker Robbie Keane among the names being discussed.
Sage took charge at Selhurst Park in the summer after leading Lens to second place in Ligue 1. His first months in English football have proved challenging, with Palace sitting 17th in the Premier League after eight matches.
The Eagles have won twice and lost five times, while their defensive record has become an increasing concern. Palace have conceded 19 league goals, the highest total in the division.
Robbie Keane among Crystal Palace options
Palace are understood to be assessing several possible replacements should they decide to part company with Sage. Keane is reportedly on the list alongside Sean Dyche, Thomas Frank and Vitor Pereira.
The latest setback came at home to Newcastle United, who secured a 2-0 victory. Palace supporters booed the team at the final whistle as frustration mounted around the club’s run of results.
Dyche has emerged as another prominent option, with Palace considering whether greater Premier League experience could help stabilise the team. Frank and Pereira are also under consideration as the club weighs its next move.
Keane is available after leaving Ferencváros, where he averaged slightly more than two points per game during his time in Hungary. His reputation and personality make him an intriguing candidate, but the Palace job would present a demanding challenge.
The club’s position near the relegation zone and its defensive difficulties could favour a manager with a proven record of steadying Premier League sides. Appointing Keane would therefore represent a significant gamble as Palace attempt to halt their slide.
Sage inherited a squad undergoing substantial change, a factor that may offer some explanation for the difficult start. However, the results and defensive record have placed his position under growing scrutiny.
No final decision has reportedly been made, but the consideration of several replacements suggests that Sage’s margin for error is becoming increasingly limited.
