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- Bruno Genesio is the top choice to become the new boss at Olympique de Marseille
- The French coach left Lille OSC on Monday when his contract expired
- He led Lille to Champions League qualification but will not manage them in Europe
- Habib Beye is currently in temporary charge at Marseille but his position is weak
- Christophe Galtier is also on the shortlist to replace Beye
Bruno Genesio is ready to become the new manager of Olympique de Marseille. The French coach is the club’s first choice after leaving Lille OSC this week.
Genesio’s deal with Lille finished on Monday. He will not lead the team in the UEFA Champions League next season. He got them into the top four, but his time there is now over.
There were issues between Genesio and club president Olivier Létang. The coach said there were no talks about a new contract. This led to his departure from the club.
At Marseille, Habib Beye is still the manager for now. But his job is not safe. The club wants a full-time replacement. Genesio suits their needs well.
The 57-year-old is now a free agent. This makes him a cheap option for Marseille. The club wants to reduce its spending. Other coaches on the list include Christophe Galtier. But Genesio costs nothing to hire.
Discussions between Genesio and Marseille will start soon. A deal could happen quickly in the coming days. Fans are waiting for the official announcement.