Roy Hodgson fell unwell during a training session at Crystal Palace, resulting in the cancellation of the press conference amidst speculations of his dismissal.

In a surprising turn of events, Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson’s press conference ahead of their upcoming match against Everton has been cancelled due to his sudden illness. Speculation is rife that Hodgson may be facing the sack, with reports suggesting that former Eintracht Frankfurt head coach Oliver Glasner is being lined up as his replacement.

Hodgson fell ill during training on Thursday morning, adding fuel to the rumours surrounding his future at the club. This comes after he recently reached a milestone of overseeing his 200th match in charge of Palace, which unfortunately ended in a 3-1 defeat to Chelsea. As a result, the Eagles currently find themselves in 15th place, just five points clear of the relegation zone.

The team’s recent form has been less than impressive, with 10 losses in their last 16 Premier League games. Hodgson, who is currently in his second spell as Palace manager, initially took over on a short-term deal towards the end of last season, replacing Patrick Vieira. While he managed to stabilize the team and secure an 11th-place finish last season, discontent among supporters has been growing as the club now faces the prospect of a relegation battle.

Hodgson’s decision to bring on Michael Olise as a substitute during the Brighton match, only to withdraw him shortly afterwards due to a recurring hamstring injury, further angered fans. It seems that Palace may have already made plans to replace Hodgson, with widespread reports suggesting that Glasner has been chosen as his successor.

Glasner’s previous success with Eintracht Frankfurt, including a UEFA Europa League triumph in the 2022/23 final against Rangers, has undoubtedly caught the attention of Palace’s management. Although he led the Bundesliga side to the knockout stages of the Champions League, a string of 10 winless matches ultimately led to his resignation at the end of last season.

As the situation unfolds, it remains to be seen whether Hodgson’s illness will have any impact on his future at Crystal Palace. With the club’s supporters growing increasingly frustrated and reports of Glasner’s potential appointment circulating, the next few days could prove crucial for the Eagles and their managerial situation.