Crystal Palace look set to replace Roy Hodgson with Austrian manager Oliver Glasner following a dismal run of results.
Reports of the current Eagles boss' seemingly impending departure from Selhurst Park on Thursday were quickly followed by worrying news of the 76-year-old's health, with him being rushed to hospital after falling ill during training.
The club have confirmed that he is in a stable condition but will miss the crucial Premier League clash against Everton on Monday.
The series of events is unfortunate for all parties and prolongs what has appeared to be a long goodbye for the veteran coach from the club he had managed longer than any other in his near 30-year managerial career.