Roy Hodgson confirmed as Crystal Palace manager on one-year deal

Crystal Palace have confirmed that Roy Hodgson will take charge of the team for the 2023-24 Premier League campaign.

Paddy McCarthy has been confirmed as Hodgson’s assistant manager, with Ray Lewington staying on as first-team coach and Dean Kiely continuing as goalkeeper coach.

Hodgson replaced Patrick Vieira for the final 10 games of the Premier League campaign last season and guided the club to safety. The 75-year-old won five of his 10 matches in charge – picking up 18 points in total – as the South Londoners finished 11 points above the bottom three.

Croydon-born Hodgson will be 76 when the Eagles take on Sheffield United in their first game of the 2023-24 season.

Hodgson said: “I am immensely pleased and proud to be extending my time at Crystal Palace, and I would like to thank the chairman and sporting director for their continued faith in me.

“I know what a fantastic squad we have here. It’s a great blend of youth and potential, alongside experienced players with Premier League and international pedigree.

“I have spoken with the chairman at length and we agreed that we must be ambitious in getting the most out of such talent. As such, we have set ourselves the target of a top-half finish, which we believe is eminently achievable with such a fabulous group of players and the most magnificent supporters who get behind the team, week in, week out.”

Club Chairman Steve Parish said: “Roy’s record as manager speaks for itself. His return earlier this year along with Ray Lewington and assisted ably by Paddy McCarthy produced a fantastic return both in results and producing some stylish performances, helping us climb the table and get international recognition for our players.

“Appointing Roy for another season will enable him and the squad to hit the ground running for a full pre-season and continue the magnificent momentum that has built up since his return.”

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