Roy Hodgson Leaves Position as Crystal Palace Manager

On Monday, Roy Hodgson left his position as Crystal Palace manager so they can "bring forward their plans to appoint a new manager."

The Eagles appointed former Eintracht Frankfurt manager Oliver Glasner as the permanent successor of Hodgson.

On Thursday, Hodgson was "taken ill" during training, and he was transported to the hospital and had some examinations.

Hodgson said: "This club is very special and means so much to me."

The Eagles are only five points above the relegation zone, and they lost 10 of their 16 Premier League games. 

Hodgson said about his journey with the team: "I have fully enjoyed my time here across six seasons, as it has given me the chance to work with top-class players and staff doing what I love every day."

"However, I understand, given recent circumstances, it may be prudent at this time for the club to plan ahead, and therefore I have taken the decision to step aside so that the club can bring forward their plans for a new manager, as intended for this summer.

"I am confident that the season will finish well and I wish the team every success in the weeks, months and seasons to come."

The Chairman of the club Steve Parish said: "Roy has a special place in Crystal Palace history and this will never be forgotten."

"After four years in which he led the club to maintaining Premier League status season after season, he once again joined us nearly a year ago to steady the ship, and worked wonders. Quite simply, we owe our continued Premier League status to Roy.

"I would like to thank Roy enormously for his service and wish him the very best for the future; it's fair to say Roy has the keys to Selhurst Park and will always be welcomed back."