Dougie Freedman, sporting director of Crystal Palace, is expected to leave the club this summer to consider a position with the Diriyah Company in Saudi Arabia. With a history at Palace as a player and manager since 2017, he has significantly influenced recruitment, bringing in talent like Michael Olise and Eberechi Eze. Though he is exploring this new opportunity, he will continue consulting with Palace over the summer. Freedman’s departure marks a transformative moment for the club as operations may shift, including Iain Moody’s enhanced role in recruitment.
Freedman, who has been with Palace since 2017, played a crucial role in player recruitment, significantly impacting the team's talent through acquisitions like Olise and Eze.
Freedman acknowledged the potential of the current squad under an excellent manager, expressing confidence that the foundations laid will allow for future success.
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