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‘He’s like a god’, ‘would be ideal’: Some Palace fans wowed by who Parish is reportedly looking at as boss

The Crystal Palace manager search continues as the Eagles look to find Roy Hodgson’s successor.

And a report linking Palace to one particular candidate is proving especially popular amongst fans.

According to , the Eagles are eyeing Lucien Favre.

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Palace manager search leads to ‘ideal’ candidate?

The 63-year-old, a former Switzerland international, began his coaching career in 1993.

Favre has managed the likes of Hertha Berlin, Borussia Monchengladbach, Nice and Borussia Dortmund.

And according to , he is keen on plying his trade in the Premier League.

The widely-respected coach is similar to Hodgson in many ways, added the outlet.

Roy Hodgson left Crystal Palace at the end of the Premier League season
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He has the ability to work in several countries and organise teams in various leagues.

Palace owner Parish has apparently pulled out of the chase for ex-Wolves manager Nuno Espirito Santo.

And he has also ended interest in coaches short-listed in domestic football such as Steve Cooper, Valerian Ismael and Frank Lampard.

Favre is a free agent and would not cost any compensation.

He also takes a small backroom staff with him which would suit Palace, added the report.

Eagles fans love the idea of Favre at Selhurst Park