Jens Berthel Askou attracts Crystal Palace interest after Celtic managerial links
Former Celtic managerial target Jens Berthel Askou has reportedly emerged as a candidate for the Crystal Palace job amid growing uncertainty over Pierre Sage’s future.
According to Sky Sports, the Premier League club are considering the Toulouse boss as a potential replacement, with former RB Leipzig manager Ole Werner also understood to be on their shortlist.
The development will be of particular interest to Celtic supporters, given Askou’s links with the Parkhead hotseat earlier this year.
The 44-year-old impressed during his time at Motherwell and was widely discussed as a potential successor to Martin O’Neill, with reports suggesting he was interested in taking charge of the Scottish champions.
However, Celtic ultimately opted to retain O’Neill, while Askou departed Fir Park to take over at Ligue 1 outfit Toulouse in May.
Former Motherwell midfielder Andy Halliday subsequently claimed that Celtic had made contact regarding the Dane, although his move to France was already at an advanced stage.
BBC journalist Tom English also revealed that a senior Motherwell figure had informed him of contact between Celtic and the Fir Park club over Askou.
Despite the speculation, there has never been confirmation that Celtic formally offered the former Motherwell manager the position.
Askou has since made a steady start to life in French football, with Toulouse sitting 12th in Ligue 1 after collecting 13 points from their opening 10 matches.
His side have recorded three victories, four draws and three defeats, scoring 15 goals and conceding 14.
Recent results include a 3-1 victory over Strasbourg and an impressive 3-0 away win against Le Mans.
