While i am potentially happy we have got the new manager position filled relatively early (this should help with getting the squad sorted for the upcoming season) i am slightly apprehensive on how, after a great first season at Lens, he has basically walked out to get a position that offers more money. Whilst i would probably have done the same thing, should Sage be successful at Palace (which we hope he will be) will he do the same to us?
The other slightly unusual thing in the Glasner era was the retention of Paddy McCarthy. I think this turned out to be a really positive move but most managers will generally want their own staff. It will be interesting to see how this situation develops.
The other aspect i am interested to see is if Sage brings in a couple of players who have played under him before. Glasner brought in Kamada and Lacroix which also proved to be an excellent move. As fans we get to see them both turn out to be top players and improve the team. From a coach's perspective they would have also helped set the standards in training and help the existing players get on board with the way the manager wants to play.