The Former France midfielder and World Cup winner Patrick Vieira has been named Crystal Palace’s new manager on a three-year contract.
Palace wanted to appoint a manager with Premier League experience, but with time running out and a number of players contemplating their contractual situations, the club decided to speed up the appointment.
According to Patrick Vieira, he said “I am really excited to have this opportunity to return to the Premier League, and manage this great football club, as we begin a new chapter together,” said Vieira.
“It is a project that is really appealing to me, having spoken a lot with the Chairman and Sporting Director about their ambition and plans for the whole club including the Academy.
“The club has fantastic foundations in place after many years in the Premier League, and I hope we can make further improvements and continue to drive the club forward.”
Patrick who has played in over 6 different clubs majorly Seria A and premier League will replace former manager Roy Hodgson.
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