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Goodbye Sage: Crystal Palace considering move for manager Arteta called “incredible”

Crystal Palace are now considering a move for Frank Lampard as a replacement for Pierre Sage.

Published: Monday, 9 November 2026 at 8:10 PM
Goodbye Sage: Crystal Palace considering move for manager Arteta called “incredible”
Key Things to Know
  • Crystal Palace are considering appointing Coventry City manager Frank Lampard to replace the under-fire Pierre Sage.
  • Sage faces pressure after Palace suffered a 3-1 loss to Liverpool, leaving them bottom of the Premier League.
  • Lampard led Coventry to promotion last season and is under contract with the Sky Blues until 2029.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Crystal Palace are considering a move for Coventry City manager Frank Lampard as a potential replacement for Pierre Sage. Sage is under increasing pressure following a 3-1 Premier League defeat to Liverpool, which marked Palace's fourth consecutive league loss and left the club bottom of the table. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta previously labeled Lampard's managerial achievements as "incredible" after he guided Coventry to Championship promotion.

Palace chairman Steve Parish is reportedly an admirer of Lampard, though securing him could prove difficult as he remains under contract with Coventry until 2029. In addition to Lampard, the club has identified alternative options such as Thomas Frank, Sean Dyche, and Eddie Howe to potentially take over the Selhurst Park dugout.

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