In search of a new coach, John Textor casts a wide net to find Laurent Blanc’s successor.
The slap received against PSG was too much for Laurent Blanc. Barring an improbable turnaround, the 1998 world champion is on the verge of losing his place on the Olympique Lyonnais bench.
If the departure of the Cévenol is confirmed, OL have not yet found their successor. It’s not for lack of multiplying avenues. After Graham Potter or Oliver Glasner, it is now Gennaro Gattuso who appears best placed to take the reins of the team.
But to believe The Team, another name was considered by the Lyon leaders. OL also approached Habib Beye and the former Marseille defender even spoke with John Textor, the club’s owner. But Red Star, leader of the National, is keen on its coach and has not authorized negotiations.
