Crystal Palace caretaker boss Keith Millen admits it's been a difficult summer market.
Whoever takes over will have little chance to bring in the required additions before the transfer window closes.
"We have identified all summer the areas we need to strengthen but for whatever reason it's not happened," said Millen.
"Tony knew what players he wanted and the club do. The new manager who comes in, in two weeks he's got to know which players he wants. It's not ideal if a club chooses them - you need a manager to choose new players."
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