Man United manager target has refused a new contract at his club

Oliver Glasner’s recent decisions in the managerial market have sent a clear message across European football.

By turning down two contract offers within the last six months, the Austrian coach has underlined not only his confidence in his own abilities, but also his ambition to remain in the Premier League and eventually take charge of a genuine top-tier club.

This was not a rejection of opportunity, but a calculated move driven by long-term vision.

According to a trusted source on X , Glasner is not interested in short-term projects or roles lacking a clear pathway to success.

Instead, he is believed to be holding out for a club with strong infrastructure, competitive objectives, and the patience to build something sustainable.

Sources close to the situation suggest that he sees the Premier League as the ideal environment to test himself against the best managers in the world, while continuing to develop his tactical identity at the highest level.

What makes Glasner particularly appealing to elite clubs is his adaptability. Unlike managers wedded to a single philosophy, he has consistently shown a willingness to tailor his system to the strengths of his squad.

During his previous spells in top European leagues, analysts praised his ability to switch between back-three and back-four systems, adjust pressing structures, and maximize individual player qualities rather than forcing them into rigid roles.

In an era where versatility and squad management are paramount, this flexibility is seen as a major asset.

The Palace manager has been linked with a move to Man United recently with questions being raised over the long term future of manager Ruben Amorim.

Despite giving him enough time at the club and providing him with financial backing, the Man United hierarchy have reportedly made up their mind that the Amorim experiment has failed.

Oliver Glasner applauds the Crystal Palace fans (Photo by Alex Broadway/Getty Images)

That has opened the door for them to make a move for Glasner who is looking to leave Selhurst Park for an upwards move in his career.

Players who have worked under him frequently point to his clarity in conveying tactical instructions and his emphasis on collective responsibility.

These qualities have not gone unnoticed, with scouts and executives from England, Germany, and Italy reportedly monitoring his situation closely.

Should the right opportunity arise, many believe his next appointment could mark a significant step forward, not just for his own career, but for the club bold enough to entrust him with a major project.