Roy Hodgson has stepped down as Crystal Palace manager days after falling ill at the club’s training ground.
The south London side are 16th in the Premier League, five points above the relegation zone.
In a statement, Hodgson, 76, said: “This club is very special and means so much to me and has played a big part in my footballing life.
“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.”
Hodgson was taken ill last week amid rumours he was about to be sacked.
Fans had been voicing their frustration with banners calling for his dismissal and venting about how the club is being run.
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There have been multiple reports Hodgson will be replaced by ex-Eintracht Frankfurt boss Oliver Glasner.
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