A Ligue 1 club announced a major change in its organizational chart this Sunday.
It was announced, it is now official: Bruno Genesio is no longer the coach of Stade Rennais. The Breton club announced the departure of the French technician. Arriving in 2021, Genesio is paying for the current poor results, after two seasons concluded with a 4th place in Ligue 1 and qualifications for the Europa League.
Bruno Genesio is replaced by Julien Stéphan, who makes his comeback to the club after his departure two years ago. “Bruno Genesio is leaving his position as general coach of Stade Rennais FC, he will be replaced by Julien Stephan,” we read in an official press release from Stade Rennais. By mutual agreement with Stade Rennais FC, and for personal reasons in particular, Bruno Genesio leaves his position as general coach. »
“Arrived at the club on March 4, 2021, Bruno Genesio qualified the SRFC each season for a European competition and was elected best coach in Ligue 1 in 2022. Stade Rennais FC salutes his career in Rouge et Noir, thanks him for the work accomplished and wishes him the best for the rest of his career. The club management will hold a press conference on Monday November 20, 2023 at 2 p.m. On this occasion, Julien Stephan, appointed head of the first team, will be presented to the press“, concludes the Breton club.
