Pierre Sage is surely likely to have a hectic summer. Architect of RC Lens’ magnificent season, punctuated by a second place in the Ligue 1 standings synonymous with qualification for the next Champions League as well as a coronation in the Coupe de France, the French coach is attracting the interest of many clubs.
According to information from
The Athletic this Saturday, the former Lyonnais is one of Liverpool’s targets. The Reds have just, to everyone’s surprise, parted ways with Arne Slot with immediate effect, and are looking for a replacement for the Dutch tactician.
For now, these are just rumors. The priority track for the English team is called Andoni Iraola. The Spaniard has been a free agent since leaving Bournemouth, and has impressed his Premier League rivals by qualifying for next season’s Europa League.
Pierre Sage dreams of coaching Liverpool
As for Pierre Sage, everything remains possible regarding his near future.“There is no reason for (my situation) to change. I admit that there are a lot of contacts. Afterwards I am under contract, but I will try to honor it. I am very happy in this club”he declared on France Télévision last week, before assuring a few days later on the Téléfoot set that he would continue the adventure with the Sang et Or.
But if this interest from Liverpool were to materialize, Lens would certainly have something to worry about. During the same show, the 47-year-old tactician, who has two years left on his contract, said he was very interested in the idea of one day coaching in the Premier League. His dream team? “Liverpool. This club represents so many things, it is a bit like Lens in its values. » The message got through.
