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With Crystal Palace now showing interest in Jens Berthel Askou, it looks like Celtic really messed up at the back end of last season…

Jens Berthel Askou is reportedly on Crystal Palace’s managerial shortlist six months after Motherwell. Did Celtic miss out on the real deal?

By Eric Knott · ReadCeltic

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 12:32 PM

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Eric Knott argues Celtic missed out by failing to hire Jens Berthel Askou, who is now linked with Crystal Palace.
Crystal Palace reportedly placed Toulouse manager Jens Berthel Askou on their shortlist after sacking Pierre Sage.
Askou joined Ligue 1 club Toulouse in May after leaving Motherwell and currently has his team in 12th place.

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Read Celtic's Eric Knott argues that Celtic made a mistake by failing to appoint Jens Berthel Askou at the end of last season, particularly following reports that Crystal Palace have shortlisted the Danish manager. Askou left Scottish club Motherwell in May to take charge of French side Toulouse, who currently sit 12th in Ligue 1.

Crystal Palace are seeking a replacement after sacking Pierre Sage, with Eddie Howe reportedly declining the role and Thomas Frank viewed as the frontrunner. Knott criticizes the Celtic board for opting for a safe, inexpensive choice instead of taking a risk on an ambitious manager like Askou.

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