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Sources: Crystal Palace hold preliminary talks with Thomas Frank
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Crystal Palace have held preliminary talks with Thomas Frank as they assess the possibility of a manager change, sources have told Football Insider.
The Eagles are seriously considering their options at this stage after a difficult start for Pierre Sage at Selhurst Park.
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The Frenchman came in from Lens in the summer as replacement for the highly successful Oliver Glasner.
Things haven't worked out for the 47-year-old as he has overseen just two Premier League wins.
That has prompted various names to be linked with a move to the SE25 dugout.
The writing now looks to be on the wall for Sage as Frank is eyed as his potential replacement.
When could Crystal Palace sack Pierre Sage?
The last straw for many Palace fans was the 5-0 defeat away to Brighton in mid-October.
The French head coach has remained in post, but has since picked up just one win in four outings.
It looks as if Sage is now in the last chance saloon with the Eagles preparing for fixtures against Hoffenheim and Liverpool.
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The Europa League clash may not hold much value to his future, but a defeat in the Premier League could see the curtain fall on his Selhurst tenure.
A change could happen in the international break, with talks already underway in the background with Frank.
A move for the Dane remains possible, but what does that mean for Sean Dyche?
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There has been plenty of managerial talk surrounding the Eagles in recent weeks.
That started surrounding Dyche and a potential move for the former Everton gaffer.
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The Englishman would bring his no nonsense approach, but wouldn't be the most popular appointment.
Dyche's arrival has been deemed "unlikely" at this stage, something which could leave the door open for Frank to come in.
The Dane is famed for his stellar work with Brentford after helping them to become an established Premier League side.
It didn't work out for him at Tottenham, but another chance could come appear at Selhurst Park.
That would likely be a more appreciated move as it could be beneficial for present and future.
Ultimately, a new head coach can only come in if Sage is moved on, which hinges on upcoming results.
The Selhurst clash with Liverpool may well act as an ultimatum. Don't lose, or you're gone.
