The future of Pierre Sage, one of the most coveted technicians in Ligue 1 in recent weeks, seems to be taking shape with clarity. Since his departure from Olympique Lyonnais, the former Rhone coach has seen his name circulating in many French clubs, from FC Nantes to RC Lens, including foreign tracks. But to believe several concordant sources, including La Voix du NordSage would have decided. The club in which he is preparing to get involved has finally obtained his favors after several weeks of discussions.
This club is RC Lens. According to information from the regional daily, Pierre Sage has been the priority of Artesian leaders since Will Still's departure after the season. The contacts between the two parties have been constant since the end of the championship, and a decisive point should be made at this weekend to accelerate the file. Although no formalization has yet fallen, optimism reigns in the corridors of the Gaillette. The technician's profile pleases, his entourage is aligned, and an imminent arrival is expected.
Pierre Sage to Lens, the trend is confirmed
This renewed interest around Pierre Sage is to be put into perspective with its rise in power at the head of OL. Despite a delicate context, he had put his team back on the rails and seduce with his rigor and his speech. Since then, several projects have requested it. Besides Lens, FC Nantes has seriously studied its candidacy to succeed Antoine Kombouaré. However, the stability offered by the Lensois project, despite an end of the cycle, ended up winning its decision.
RC Lens: Pierre Sage, it's almost signed
If Pierre Sage accepts the Artesian challenge, he might not happen alone. Several names are circulating to accompany him, including Rémy Vercoutre for the post of goalkeeper coach. According to La Voix du Norddiscussions are also underway with Aymen Djedidi, physical trainer who passed by Dijon. The northern club anticipates a significant overhaul of its staff, after the departure of several key members with Will Still.
On the players side, the transfer window is still pending as long as the coach is not appointed. But contacts have already been made, notably with Gaëtan Perrin, the former Auxerrois. The formalization of Pierre Sage could thus unlock the whole continuation of the project. In the meantime, the RC Lens seems to be off to attach the services of a coach in full ascent.
