2 days ago
Could Oliver Glasner be a future Bayern Munich manager? Former Premier League player and coach Iain Dowie certainly understands why the Austrian has been linked with the club.
Dowie, who scouts for Crystal Palace, says he has seen Glasner's work firsthand and was struck by the manager's intensity and relentless approach.
"I was a little surprised to see Oliver Glasner go from Crystal Palace to Nottingham Forest. I scout for Palace, so I've spent time at the training ground and observed his work firsthand. Whether it's during internal games, U21 matches, or warm-up sessions, you can really feel the intensity he brings. I have to say, I haven't come across many managers with that level of intensity, he is truly relentless," Dowie told BettingLounge. "I understand his move, though I do wonder if he jumped a bit too quickly. Listen, Forest are a massive club, I grew up in the Brian Clough era, so I know they're huge. But I can see why he's being linked to Bayern Munich, given his Austrian background and his success in Germany. Would he be a good match for Bayern? Absolutely. He's proven at Palace that he wins trophies and gets the best out of people. He's relentless, it's his way or the highway, and there's nothing wrong with that. He has a character that wants things done quickly, and that's what has driven this big move to Nottingham Forest for a significant fee.
"It will be very interesting to see how the Palace fans react when he returns. I think the response will be largely positive because of what he achieved at the club, but had he moved abroad, that probably would have been received much better."
The Glasner-to-Bayern Munich links are intriguing. His Austrian roots, Bundesliga experience, Champions League pedigree, and ability to get the best out of his players would certainly make him an interesting candidate if Bayern Munich ever need a new manager.
#bayern #dowie #forest #club
Dowie, who scouts for Crystal Palace, says he has seen Glasner's work firsthand and was struck by the manager's intensity and relentless approach.
"I was a little surprised to see Oliver Glasner go from Crystal Palace to Nottingham Forest. I scout for Palace, so I've spent time at the training ground and observed his work firsthand. Whether it's during internal games, U21 matches, or warm-up sessions, you can really feel the intensity he brings. I have to say, I haven't come across many managers with that level of intensity, he is truly relentless," Dowie told BettingLounge. "I understand his move, though I do wonder if he jumped a bit too quickly. Listen, Forest are a massive club, I grew up in the Brian Clough era, so I know they're huge. But I can see why he's being linked to Bayern Munich, given his Austrian background and his success in Germany. Would he be a good match for Bayern? Absolutely. He's proven at Palace that he wins trophies and gets the best out of people. He's relentless, it's his way or the highway, and there's nothing wrong with that. He has a character that wants things done quickly, and that's what has driven this big move to Nottingham Forest for a significant fee.
"It will be very interesting to see how the Palace fans react when he returns. I think the response will be largely positive because of what he achieved at the club, but had he moved abroad, that probably would have been received much better."
The Glasner-to-Bayern Munich links are intriguing. His Austrian roots, Bundesliga experience, Champions League pedigree, and ability to get the best out of his players would certainly make him an interesting candidate if Bayern Munich ever need a new manager.
#bayern #dowie #forest #club
9 days ago
Robbie Keane, Head Coach of Ferencvaros (R), looks on prior to the UEFA Europa League 2025/26 League Phase MD3 match between FC Salzburg and Ferencvarosi TC at Stadion Salzburg on October 23, 2025 in Salzburg, Austria. (Photo by Adam Pretty/Getty Images)
The former Celtic striker was among the names seriously considered for the position before the Scottish champions ultimately turned to Martin O'Neill on a short-term basis.
Keane's potential appointment proved contentious among sections of the support, largely because of his previous spell in charge of Maccabi Tel Aviv.
The Irishman had appeared to be moving closer to the Celtic vacancy before Dermot Desmond eventually went in a different direction and handed responsibility to O'Neill.
However, former Crystal Palace boss Iain Dowie does not believe Keane's managerial career should be defined by where he has previously worked.
#celtic #keane
The former Celtic striker was among the names seriously considered for the position before the Scottish champions ultimately turned to Martin O'Neill on a short-term basis.
Keane's potential appointment proved contentious among sections of the support, largely because of his previous spell in charge of Maccabi Tel Aviv.
The Irishman had appeared to be moving closer to the Celtic vacancy before Dermot Desmond eventually went in a different direction and handed responsibility to O'Neill.
However, former Crystal Palace boss Iain Dowie does not believe Keane's managerial career should be defined by where he has previously worked.
#celtic #keane
