After Lucien Favre suddenly changed his mind about replacing Roy Hodgson at Crystal Palace, the Daily Mail share some finer details.
What’s the story?
Well, as you will know, Favre has performed a shock U-turn after allegedly agreeing a three-year contract with the Eagles.
The 63-year-old is said to want a longer break after being sacked by Borussia Dortmund in December.
Specifically, the Daily Mail believe Favre isn’t planning to take another job, and genuinely just wants more time to recharge his batteries.
How did Crystal Palace react to this unexpected setback?
Well, the Daily Mail claim that Crystal Palace chiefs – presumably Steve Parish – spent the day trying to change Favre’s mind.
However, the Swiss coach is determined to spend longer away from management.
Could Crystal Palace hire Lucien Favre in future?
It’s entirely possible that Crystal Palace hire Favre at some point, in our view.
Why do we say that?
Well, the Daily Mail add that, despite the disappointment, Crystal Palace’s relationship with Favre remains intact and amicable, so there is no bad blood there.
Additionally, The Athletic believe talks between Favre and Parish went swimmingly, with the former OGC Nice coach impressed by Crystal Palace’s plans.
The U-turn will be sore for Crystal Palace fans right now.
However, there’s every chance that Favre and the Eagles will meet again further down the line, in our view.
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