
‘I Follow All the Rumours’ – Oliver Glasner Responds to Man Utd Speculation as Pressure Builds on Ruben Amorim After Latest Bad Result
Glasner Goes 18 Games Unbeaten
When Crystal Palace stunned Liverpool at Selhurst Park last weekend, the noise was deafening. Not just because the Eagles had handed Jürgen Klopp’s side their first defeat of the campaign, but because the unbeaten streak under Oliver Glasner had quietly stretched to 18 matches across all competitions.
For a club once defined by relegation scraps, this is uncharted territory. Palace fans are daring to dream of Europe once more, and perhaps even the Champions League. But with success comes attention, and right now much of that attention is coming from Old Trafford.
Manchester United’s struggles under Ruben Amorim are no secret. A 3-1 defeat to Brentford was the latest blow, a performance that laid bare the cracks in Amorim’s system and the doubts over his long-term future. The whispers grew louder immediately: could Glasner be United’s next man?
The Austrian has done little to fan those flames, but nor has he closed the door. “I follow all the rumours – and that’s all there is – neutrally and completely relaxed,” he told Kicker in his homeland. “I focus on my daily work with players and coaches, and I try to enjoy it as much as possible.”
That calm, almost dispassionate stance may reassure Palace supporters for now. Yet it’s also the kind of answer that suggests nothing is off the table.
Pressure Building on Amorim

Brentford v Manchester United – Premier League
When Amorim was appointed 11 months ago, it was billed as a brave new era for Manchester United. A modern coach with a progressive vision, a tactician who had made his name at Sporting CP with an attractive 3-4-2-1 system. The problem? That system has not translated to England.
Against Brentford, United were 2-0 down within 20 minutes, chasing shadows in midfield and looking disjointed at the back. It was their fourth loss in seven matches this season, including a shock penalty shootout exit to League Two’s Grimsby Town.
The excuses that carried Amorim through last season – inherited players, no pre-season to drill his ideas – are no longer valid. He had a full summer to mould the squad, yet the issues remain. His loyalty to a rigid formation that does not suit the personnel has baffled pundits and alienated parts of the fanbase.
For now, co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe insists he is “refusing to panic”. But even patience has its limits. United have been stuck in a cycle of false dawns and managerial upheavals for over a decade. If results continue to slide, Ratcliffe may have no choice but to act.
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Glasner, meanwhile, has transformed Palace from plucky survivors into genuine contenders. He arrived in 2024 with a strong reputation, having led Eintracht Frankfurt to Europa League glory two years earlier. His impact in south London was immediate: Palace lifted the FA Cup for the first time in their history, defeating Manchester City in the final.
This season, despite losing talisman Eberechi Eze to Arsenal and managing the uncertainty around Marc Guehi’s future, the Eagles are flying higher than ever. Sitting third in the Premier League table, they look every inch a side capable of disrupting the established order.
It’s no wonder, then, that questions about the Champions League are already being asked. Glasner, though, remains pragmatic. “We’re not worried about the final standings at the moment,” he said. “I’m very down-to-earth and don’t forget that last season we had the worst Premier League start in Palace’s history, which ended with a record points haul.”
That humility has become part of his charm. But beneath it lies a clear confidence that his methods are working.
Glasner Not Ruling Anything Out
For all his grounded remarks, Glasner’s refusal to dismiss the Manchester United speculation outright is telling. His contract at Palace runs until the summer of 2026, meaning the club are vulnerable if a heavyweight comes calling.
If United were to make a move mid-season, Palace could at least demand significant compensation. But the risk of losing Glasner on a free in 2026 looms large. And with his stock rising every week, it’s easy to imagine other elite clubs joining the chase before then.
The Old Trafford links are particularly compelling because of the timing. United are in flux once more, with Amorim’s job security fading and the club desperate for a steady hand. Glasner, with his reputation for organization, man-management, and delivering silverware against the odds, ticks many of the boxes Ratcliffe and his INEOS team would be looking for.
The Southgate Factor
Of course, Glasner isn’t the only name being linked with the United job. Gareth Southgate, currently England manager, has once again been floated as a pragmatic option. His contract with the FA runs until after the 2026 World Cup, but speculation persists that he could step into club management sooner.
The danger for United is repeating past mistakes. When they dismissed Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in 2021, they opted for an interim in Ralf Rangnick before appointing Erik ten Hag. The experiment was messy: Rangnick’s blunt assessments of the squad angered the board, while the team drifted aimlessly.
Would United risk another stop-gap solution until Glasner becomes available in the summer of 2026? Or would they act decisively, offering Palace compensation to prise him away earlier?
Contract Expires in 2026

Aston Villa v Crystal Palace – Premier League
For Palace fans, the clock is ticking. Glasner’s contract situation is far from ideal, and the board will surely want to tie him down to a longer deal before the season is out.
The reality, however, is that Palace’s financial power pales in comparison to United’s. Should Ratcliffe decide Glasner is the man to steady the ship at Old Trafford, few would blame the Austrian for accepting such an offer. The lure of one of the biggest jobs in world football is hard to resist, no matter how beloved he has become in south London.
That doesn’t mean Palace are powerless. If approached this season, they can negotiate compensation. And they can sell Glasner on the idea of finishing what he has started: leading Palace into the Champions League, cementing his legacy as the club’s greatest ever manager.
The Balancing Act
For now, Glasner insists he is focused solely on the present. His words are careful, measured, and diplomatic – the hallmark of a coach who knows his worth and understands the volatility of football.
“I follow all the rumours,” he said. “And that’s all they are.”
But football history tells us that where there’s smoke, there’s often fire. United are restless, Amorim is vulnerable, and Glasner’s reputation has never been higher. The balancing act between loyalty to Palace and ambition for more is one that may soon be tested.
Conclusion: A Story That Won’t Go Away
Manchester United’s search for stability has been ongoing since Sir Alex Ferguson retired. Each new appointment has been billed as the solution, only for cracks to appear months or years later. Ruben Amorim may yet turn things around, but the pressure is mounting.
Oliver Glasner, unbeaten in 18 and fresh from delivering silverware to Selhurst Park, represents the kind of manager United crave: a modern tactician with a proven record of overachieving.
For Palace, the fear is clear. For United, the temptation is growing. And for Glasner, the rumours he follows so calmly may soon demand more than just a diplomatic smile.
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