Patrick Vieira has reportedly been given one last chance to save his job at Crystal Palace after another loss in the Premier League this week.
Palace fell to a 1-0 defeat at rivals Brighton & Hove Albion at the Amex on Wednesday, meaning they are still winless in 2023.
There were minor improvements as they managed to end a run of going three consecutive games without a shot on target, after becoming the first side to do so since records began.
However, the Daily Mail claim the Crystal Palace hierarchy will only give Vieira their upcoming fixture away to Arsenal to show notable improvement.
If there is no upturn in performance levels from the Eagles, then the Frenchman could face the sack, as the club would see the international break as an opportunity to find a replacement.
A trip to Bournemouth on New Year's Eve was the last time Palace tasted victory, as the side now find themselves just three points above the relegation zone having played a game more than a number of the teams below them.
Facing the current league leaders away from home next means many will expect their winless run to stretch to 13 games, as Vieira returns to the club where he spent nine successful years.
Four goals and just five points in their 11 league games this calendar year is far from a success though, with Vieira in increasing trouble.
Andrew Delaney
