A few days after the LOSC players returned to training (July 8), Olivier Letang, president of Lille, attended a press conference on Thursday. The 50-year-old’s chance to return to one of his summer profiles: that of his coach, Paulo Fonseca. Having arrived at the club last summer, the Portuguese coach spent a season that did not go unnoticed.
Offers that also landed him a lure from several clubs, including Olympique de Marseille (who have since named Marcelino at the helm of their first team). It is logical to believe Chief Litang. “I handled it very well because we have a very good coach and it’s normal that there is demand. It wasn’t a surprise and I have to say Paolo’s reaction was fantastic.”Show off to the journalists present in the press room. “We spoke to each other and told him that he fully respects the club’s decision. He is an investor without any problem and he is happy to be with usthen explain.
C4 in sight Olivier Letang
Olivier Letang relies on his coach, and tells him so. while the loss It will compete in the Europa League Conference Qualifiers (August 24 and 31), with the President intending to qualify for the group stage. Another reason to keep the coach who allowed Lille to return to Europe after the 2022-23 White season.
Moreover, when asked about Lille’s ambitions for the upcoming European season, Olivier Letang allowed himself an answer with a smile on his face. No, we’ll send the reserve team.He responded to a journalist who asked him if his men intended to play dams “all inclusive”. All that remains is hope for a good season for Lille, who were knocked out in the round of 16 of the 2021-22 Champions League for their last European participation. But for that, it is necessary to pass the stage of dams. Lille will know his future opponent on August 7th.
