The market is starting to clear. While Will Still and Stéphane Gilli, highly appreciated by Lorient to replace Olivier Pantaloni, are respectively heading to Auxerre and Angers, the Merlus are turning to other options. This is particularly the case of Wilfried Nancy (49), who also has the advantage of being free since his early departure from Celtic Glasgow on January 5. Former CF Montréal coach and MLS champion with Colombus Crew in 2023, Nancy was accompanied by a certain profile during his stay in the United States. His profile has not escaped the American owners of FC Lorient, Black Knight Football Club, also involved in Bournemouth. Proof of their interest, Nancy has indeed exchanged with Laurent Koscielny, sports director of the Merlus. ## Videira also considered Outside of the MLS veteran, the Morbihan club is also considering Patrick Videira, who has experienced two promotions in two years from National to Ligue 1. But Le Mans will not let go of a coach who is also being pursued by Lens and has one year left on his contract.
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Nancy in talks with Lorient for a sports director role
Wilfried Nancy, former CF Montréal coach, is in talks with Lorient for a sports director role. The club is also considering Patrick Videira, who has experienced two promotions in two years from National to Ligue 1.
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