Pierre Sage crossed the Channel at the beginning of the summer. After weeks of speculation, Pierre Sage finally signed a three-year contract with Crystal Palace. The 47-year-old manager, who had just finished second in Ligue 1 and won the Coupe de France with RC Lens, signed his contract in London after several days of negotiations, during which at least one major Saudi club submitted a written offer, which was ultimately declined. A salary four…