Dougie Freedman
Born: May 25, 1974 (age 50)
Height: 5' 8.5" (175cm)
Hometown: Glasgow, Scotland
Nationality: 
Scottish
ScottishRole: Manager
Team: Bolton Wanderers
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| Career History | ||
|---|---|---|
| Senior | 2011-2012 | Crystal Palace |
| 2012- | Bolton Wanderers | |
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Dan Ashworth replacement found: Newcastle appoint new sporting director
Newcastle United announce the appointment of Paul Mitchell as their new sporting director, following Dan Ashworth's departure to Manchester United.
Jul 4, 11:31
Four Michael Olise replacements Crystal Palace could sign this summer
Sports Mole takes a look at four players who Crystal Palace could look to sign to replace Michael Olise, who has reportedly agreed to join Bayern Munich this summer.
Jun 23, 08:55
Sir Alex Ferguson 'meets with Crystal Palace to discuss triple Manchester United transfer'
Sir Alex Ferguson reportedly hold talks with Crystal Palace sporting director Dougie Freedman about the availability of Marc Guehi, Eberechi Eze and Michael Olise.
Jun 3, 13:23
Crystal Palace transfers: Is Oliver Glasner planning for life without key quartet?
Crystal Palace are making some early moves ahead of the summer transfer window, but are they building a squad around their in-demand stars or planning for life without them?
May 31, 21:19
Manchester United 'send scouts to watch Lille defender Leny Yoro'
Manchester United are reportedly considering a summer move for Lille defender Leny Yoro after sending scouts to watch the 18-year-old.
Mar 11, 18:10
Sir Jim Ratcliffe 'to cut a quarter of all staff at Manchester United'
Manchester United's new minority shareholder Sir Jim Ratcliffe plans to cut up to a quarter of the staff at the club, according to a report.
Mar 6, 18:29
Manchester United 'line up Dougie Freedman as next head of recruitment'
Manchester United are reportedly hoping to recruit Crystal Palace's Dougie Freedman as the new head of recruitment at Old Trafford.
Mar 5, 16:52
Sir Jim Ratcliffe 'hoping Manchester United deal will be completed by Christmas'
Sir Jim Ratcliffe hopes that his 25% purchase of Manchester United will be completed by Christmas, according to a report.
Dec 2, 16:05
Manchester United-linked Paolo Maldini opens up on plans for future
AC Milan legend Paolo Maldini says that he would "evaluate the offer of a high-profile foreign team" amid suggestions that Manchester United want him as their new football director.
Dec 2, 15:21
Manchester United 'set to appoint Dougie Freedman as new director of football'
Manchester United allegedly prepare to appoint Crystal Palace sporting director Dougie Freedman as their new director of football.
Nov 29, 14:40
Sir Jim Ratcliffe 'wants ex-Liverpool director Michael Edwards at Manchester United'
Sir Jim Ratcliffe is keen to bring former Liverpool sporting director Michael Edwards to Manchester United as part of his revamp, according to a report.
Nov 25, 15:51
Sir Jim Ratcliffe 'set to name Jean-Claude Blanc as Manchester United CEO'
Jean-Claude Blanc will be named Manchester United's new CEO once Sir Jim Ratcliffe's arrival is confirmed, according to a report.
Nov 19, 08:41
Paolo Maldini 'open to Manchester United role under Sir Jim Ratcliffe'
Former AC Milan technical director Paolo Maldini is reportedly open to discussing a move to Manchester United.
Nov 17, 15:49
Sir Jim Ratcliffe 'to take guidance from Sir Alex Ferguson on Manchester United overhaul'
Sir Jim Ratcliffe will seek guidance from legendary ex-Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson when it comes to his overhaul of the club, according to a report.
Nov 16, 15:20
Sir Jim Ratcliffe 'wants Crystal Palace's Dougie Freedman at Manchester United'
Sir Jim Ratcliffe is reportedly interested in hiring Crystal Palace sporting director Dougie Freedman once his minority takeover of Manchester United is complete.
Nov 14, 15:42
Crystal Palace confirm Luka Milivojevic, James McArthur exits
Crystal Palace announce that Luka Milivojevic and James McArthur will leave the club at the end of the season.
May 25, 00:08
Crystal Palace's Wilfried Zaha to return for West Ham United clash
Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson confirms that Wilfried Zaha will return to the matchday squad for Saturday's home meeting with West Ham United.
Apr 28, 19:31
Crystal Palace identify Joe Aribo as Conor Gallagher replacement?
Crystal Palace reportedly plan to move for Rangers midfielder Joe Aribo in the summer as loan star Conor Gallagher prepares to return to parent club Chelsea.
Feb 5, 23:59
Preview: Crystal Palace vs. Hartlepool United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's FA Cup clash between Crystal Palace and Hartlepool United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Feb 3, 18:07
Jean-Philippe Mateta signs permanent deal with Crystal Palace
Crystal Palace trigger their option to make Jean-Philippe Mateta's loan move from Mainz permanent, with the striker signing a four-and-a-half-year deal.
Jan 31, 22:03
Patrick Vieira urges Crystal Palace to be more clinical after Watford cup defeat
Hornets manager Xisco Munoz was delighted to get a first clean sheet of the campaign.
Aug 24, 23:07
The pressure is part of our world - Patrick Vieira ready for Premier League bow
The former Arsenal midfielder learnt a lot under Arsene Wenger but promises to be his own man at Crystal Palace.
Aug 13, 22:30
Dougie Freedman driven by regretful Crystal Palace departure
The former striker returned to Selhurst Park in 2017 and remains sporting director at the Eagles.
Jun 2, 14:19
Five highlights from Crystal Palace's Amazon docu-series
The docu-series contains footage from the 2012-13 season and retrospective interviews with key figures.
May 29, 08:55
Crystal Palace chiefs already knew of Roy Hodgson departure
The club announced on Tuesday the long-serving boss would exit Selhurst Park this summer.
May 18, 23:27
Roy Hodgson not prepared to discuss Crystal Palace future
The long-serving Eagles boss is out of contract at the end of the season.
Apr 2, 09:13
How Tottenham Hotspur could line up against Liverpool
Sports Mole looks at how Tottenham Hotspur could line up for Wednesday's top-of-the-table Premier League tussle with Liverpool at Anfield.
Dec 14, 18:12
Roy Hodgson unsure about Crystal Palace's January transfer plans
Crystal Palace only signed five players during the summer transfer window.
Nov 29, 23:07
Roy Hodgson: 'Bakary Sako has contacted Crystal Palace'
Manager Roy Hodgson says that winger Bakary Sako is interested in securing a return to Crystal Palace.
Aug 31, 16:17
Roy Hodgson denies Crystal Palace Jack Wilshere link
Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson denies suggestions that his club are in talks with Arsenal over a move for Jack Wilshere.
Nov 10, 13:10
Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson dismisses Carlton Cole reports
Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson dismisses reports that the Eagles are looking to sign free agent Carlton Cole.
Sep 30, 10:59
Frank de Boer future 'to be decided in next 48 hours'
Crystal Palace will reportedly make a decision on the future of manager Frank de Boer within the next 48 hours following a fourth straight league defeat without scoring.
Sep 10, 20:48
Report: Steve McClaren accepts Maccabi Tel Aviv coaching consultancy role
Former England manager Steve McClaren, believed to be in the running for the vacant Hearts job, reportedly accepts a coaching consultancy job at Maccabi Tel Aviv.
Aug 20, 22:28
Report: Hearts draw up five-man shortlist to replace Ian Cathro
Jon Daly, Paul Hartley, Steven Pressley, Dougie Freedman and Billy Davies are all believed to be on Hearts' five-man shortlist to replace Ian Cathro as manager.
Aug 20, 21:37
Sam Allardyce 'rejects Wolverhampton Wanderers job'
Sam Allardyce reportedly turns down an approach to take over as manager at Championship side Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Oct 29, 13:08
Nigel Pearson 'holds talks' with Wolverhampton Wanderers
Former Leicester City manager Nigel Pearson reportedly holds talks over the managerial vacancy at Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Oct 28, 10:32
Marc Wilmots in contention for Wolverhampton Wanderers job?
Former Belgium coach Marc Wilmots is linked with the vacant managerial position at Wolverhampton Wanderers after a flurry of bets on Thursday.
Oct 27, 18:52
Dougie Freedman emerges as bookies' favourite for Wolverhampton Wanderers job
Former Nottingham Forest boss Dougie Freedman emerges as the bookmakers' favourite for the vacant managerial position at Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Oct 26, 13:29
Danny Fox pens Nottingham Forest contract extension
Nottingham Forest defender Danny Fox, 30, pens a one-year contract extension with the Reds, which will keep him at the City Ground until the summer of 2018.
Jul 25, 23:01
Nottingham Forest appoint Philippe Montanier as new head coach
Nottingham Forest appoint Philippe Montanier as their new head coach on a two-year deal.
Jun 27, 11:48
