• Alexandre Dujeux leaves Angers SCO after a successful three-year spell in charge
• FC Lorient search for a new boss after Olivier Pantaloni left at the end of the season
• Dujeux secured promotion and two survival campaigns with Angers despite a small budget
• Lorient’s first choice Will Still has opted to join AJ Auxerre instead
• OGC Nice also hold interest in appointing the 43-year-old French coach

French coach Alexandre Dujeux looks set to become the new manager of FC Lorient. The 43-year-old left his post at Angers SCO earlier this week. He now stands as the top choice to fill the vacancy left by Olivier Pantaloni.

Pantaloni departed the Brittany-based club at the end of the recent Ligue 1 season. His surprise exit forced the club’s board to search for a new boss. They initially targeted Will Still, but the Anglo-Belgian coach has agreed to join AJ Auxerre instead.

Dujeux built a strong reputation during his time at Angers. He guided Le SCO to promotion from Ligue 2 in his first full campaign. He then kept the modest club in the top division for two consecutive years. The coach actually requested to leave Angers, the club confirmed this week.

The former defender also features on the shortlist at OGC Nice. However, Lorient appear ready to move quickly to secure his services. The club hopes Dujeux can repeat his success of keeping teams competitive with limited financial resources.

• FC Lorient need a new manager after Olivier Pantaloni left the club this summer
• Wilfried Nancy has been out of work since January and openly wants a job in Ligue 1
• Will Still was the early favourite but is now set to join rivals AJ Auxerre
• Lorient’s owners, BKFC, have now made Nancy their primary target for the position

Wilfried Nancy has been without a club since January. The French manager could soon return to work in his home country.

FC Lorient are interested in hiring Nancy. The Ligue 1 side needs a new boss after Olivier Pantaloni’s departure.

Pantaloni left the club when his contract ended. He chose not to renew his deal. He felt the club’s hierarchy did not trust him. He had guided Lorient back to the top division and achieved a midtable finish.

Will Still was the first choice to replace Pantaloni. However, he is now expected to take over at AJ Auxerre instead.

Nancy has told the media he wants to work in Ligue 1. Last month, he spoke to RMC Sport. He said, “French clubs wanted to work with me before. The timing was not right. Now, I want to come to Ligue 1. I am ready.”

According to reports, Lorient’s owners, BKFC, now want Nancy to take the job at the Moustoir.

• Lorient FC are hunting for a new manager after Olivier Pantaloni left the club.
• Will Still is the favourite for the job, but AJ Auxerre also want to hire him.
• Club president Loic Fery says the board will not rush their decision.
• Former Paris FC manager Stéphane Gilli has emerged as an alternative candidate.
• Gilli left his previous role in February and has been without a club since then.

Lorient FC are searching for a new manager to lead the team next season. The French side must find a replacement for Olivier Pantaloni, whose contract expired recently.

Will Still remains the top choice for the position. The Anglo-Belgian coach previously worked at Southampton and RC Lens. However, he faces strong competition from AJ Auxerre. The Ligue 1 club also hope to appoint Still as their new head coach.

Club president Loic Fery spoke to the media on Friday. He confirmed that officials are reviewing several candidates. He also made it clear that there is no urgency to complete the hire. Pantaloni chose to leave because he felt a lack of trust from the board. He decided not to renew his deal, despite guiding the team to a safe midtable finish.

Reports from Foot Mercato suggest Lorient have drawn up a list of alternatives. Stéphane Gilli is one of the names under consideration. The coach left Paris FC in February this year. Antoine Kombouaré took over from him at that club. Now, Gilli could secure the Lorient role if the club fail to land their primary target.

• FC Lorient president Loïc Féry confirms striker Pablo Pagis is valued at €20 million or higher
• Midfielder Arthur Avom will cost interested clubs at least €10 million
• Both players have contracts with the French club until 2027
• Lorient finished ninth in Ligue 1 this season and aims for European football

FC Lorient has become one of the most exciting teams to watch in France’s top division this campaign. The club currently holds ninth position in the Ligue 1 table after earning promotion back to the elite level. This strong performance has sparked dreams of European competition among supporters.

However, success has attracted attention from rival teams. Several clubs have shown interest in signing young striker Pablo Pagis. The 23-year-old forward has netted ten goals and created five assists across 28 league matches this term. His current deal runs until 2027.

Club president Loïc Féry has issued a clear warning to potential buyers. He stated that reports suggesting a €10 million fee for Pagis are false. “I have seen many numbers mentioned for Pablo. A striker of his age with his record does not come cheap. When I read he will leave for €10m, I can tell everyone he will not go for that price. It will be €20m or more,” Féry told Ouest-France.

The situation is similar for Arthur Avom. The 21-year-old Cameroonian midfielder has also caught the eye of scouts. He has played 31 times in Ligue 1 this season, scoring twice. Féry confirmed that any club wanting to sign Avom must pay at least €10 million. The player also remains under contract until 2027.

• RC Lens want to sign attacker Pablo Pagis from FC Lorient.
• The 23-year-old has stated he is ready to leave his current club this summer.
• Lens will compete in the UEFA Champions League next season.
• Pagis scored 10 goals and provided 5 assists in 32 matches last term.
• Stade Rennais, Olympique Lyonnais and Paris FC are also interested in the player.

RC Lens are working hard to bring FC Lorient forward Pablo Pagis to their club during this transfer window. The 23-year-old has told reporters that he wants to find a new team after a successful spell with Les Merlus.

Pagis enjoyed an excellent campaign in the French top flight. He found the net 10 times and set up 5 goals in 32 appearances across all competitions. His performances played a key role in helping Lorient secure their position in Ligue 1 following their promotion the previous year.

Several clubs have shown interest in signing the young attacker. Stade Rennais, Olympique Lyonnais and Paris FC all want to secure his services. However, Pagis prefers to remain in France rather than move to a foreign league.

Lens offer an attractive option for the player. The club will return to the UEFA Champions League next season after securing qualification. This makes them an appealing destination for talents seeking top-level European football.

Lorient face a difficult summer ahead. They will lose manager Olivier Pantaloni, while top scorer Bamba Dieng appears set for a move to the Bundesliga. Now Pagis also looks likely to depart the club.

According to journalist Mohamed Toubache-Ter, Lens are increasing their efforts to complete the deal quickly before other clubs make their move.

• Senegalese striker confirms he will exit FC Lorient this summer
• Player has netted 15 goals in 25 matches during the current campaign
• Bundesliga and La Liga clubs are tracking the available free agent
• Exit follows manager Olivier Pantaloni’s recent departure from the club

Bamba Dieng has announced he will depart FC Lorient when his current deal expires. The 26-year-old striker confirmed the news via social media this week.

The Senegal international has enjoyed a productive campaign with Les Merlus. He has found the net 15 times in 25 appearances across all competitions this term. This represents a significant improvement following a difficult spell.

Dieng previously struggled after leaving Olympique de Marseille. He also endured a disappointing loan period at SCO Angers last season. However, he has rediscovered his form in Brittany.

The centre-forward will become a free agent at the end of the current season. He has stated he will not sign an extension with the Ligue 1 side. This development has attracted attention from several European clubs.

German sides TSG Hoffenheim and SC Freiburg have both registered interest. Spanish outfit Real Betis has also joined the race for his signature. These teams can secure his services without paying a transfer fee.

The departure marks a double blow for the French club. They recently lost manager Olivier Pantaloni. Now their key attacking threat is also heading for the exit.

• Martin Adeline draws interest from Ligue 1 and Bundesliga sides
• The 22-year-old attacking midfielder helped Troyes win the Ligue 2 title
• He scored ten goals and provided eleven assists this season
• RC Lens, FC Lorient and Hamburger SV are monitoring his situation
• His contract runs until 2027 but a summer exit remains possible

Several top-flight clubs are tracking Martin Adeline following his excellent season with ESTAC Troyes. The 22-year-old attacking midfielder played a vital role as the French side secured the Ligue 2 championship.

Sources indicate that RC Lens and FC Lorient are both monitoring the Frenchman closely. German outfit Hamburger SV have also expressed firm interest in bringing the player to the Bundesliga.

The Épernay-born star has enjoyed a superb campaign on the pitch. He netted ten goals and created eleven more in thirty-two league appearances, starting thirty of those matches.

Adeline already knows the French top division well. He previously featured for Stade de Reims. A return to Ligue 1 with either Lens or Lorient appears a strong possibility. However, a move abroad could also appeal to the young prospect.

The midfielder remains under contract with the Aube-based club until 2027. Despite this, Troyes may find it difficult to retain their key asset. Europe’s elite divisions are now circling for his signature.

• Will Still has been without a job since departing Southampton earlier this season.
• FC Lorient initially looked set to appoint the Anglo-Belgian tactician to replace Olivier Pantaloni.
• AJ Auxerre have now entered the race and are reportedly close to securing his services.
• The move would mark the end of Christophe Pélissier’s tenure at the Stade de l’Abbé Deschamps.

AJ Auxerre have made a late move to secure the services of out-of-work manager Will Still. The French side are attempting to beat FC Lorient to the signature of the Anglo-Belgian coach.

Still has been unemployed since his departure from Southampton earlier this term. The 31-year-old had appeared set to join Lorient this summer. However, Auxerre have now emerged as favourites to land the former RC Lens and Stade de Reims boss.

The Burgundy-based club secured their place in the top flight on Sunday evening. They now look set to part ways with current manager Christophe Pélissier. Still would take over at the Stade de l’Abbé Deschamps if the deal goes through.

Lorient had targeted Still to replace Olivier Pantaloni. Pantaloni announced he would leave the Breton outfit despite a successful campaign. He cited a breakdown in trust with the club’s board as his reason for departing.

• Senegalese forward Bamba Dieng will leave FC Lorient when his contract expires at the end of the current season
• TSG 1899 Hoffenheim have moved ahead of SC Freiburg and Real Betis in the race for the striker’s signature
• The 26-year-old has rediscovered his best form, scoring 16 goals in 25 matches across all competitions this term
• Dieng previously struggled with injuries and had an unsuccessful loan spell at SCO Angers last season

TSG 1899 Hoffenheim are closing in on the signature of Senegalese centre-forward Bamba Dieng. The 26-year-old is expected to depart FC Lorient on a free transfer when his current agreement runs out this summer.

Dieng has enjoyed a remarkable return to form during this campaign, netting 16 times in 25 appearances across all competitions. This tally marks a significant turnaround for the attacker, who endured a frustrating temporary move to SCO Angers last term and previously failed to establish himself following his exit from Olympique de Marseille.

According to journalist Sacha Tavolieri, several European clubs have registered interest in acquiring the player without a fee. Both SC Freiburg and Real Betis held preliminary discussions about securing Dieng’s services. However, Hoffenheim have now established themselves as the clear favourites.

The Bundesliga outfit have presented the most attractive proposal to the player’s representatives. Negotiations between the German club and Dieng’s entourage are reportedly progressing smoothly. The improved financial terms offered by Hoffenheim appear to have given them a decisive advantage over their domestic and Spanish rivals.

This potential move would represent a fresh start for Dieng, who has battled persistent fitness issues in recent years. His current goal-scoring exploits have transformed him into a highly sought-after prospect ahead of the summer transfer window.

• FC Lorient want Will Still as their new head coach
• The Anglo-Belgian manager left Southampton in November
• He has previous experience managing in Ligue 1
• Olivier Pantaloni will step down when the season finishes

FC Lorient have started negotiations with Will Still about becoming their new manager. The French club hope to appoint the 33-year-old as the replacement for Olivier Pantaloni, who will leave his post at the end of the current campaign.

Still has been unemployed since November. Southampton dismissed him after he secured only four victories from 16 matches in charge. Now he looks set to return to French football.

The coach knows Ligue 1 very well. He previously managed Stade de Reims and RC Lens. During his time in France, he won 37 of his 93 matches in the league.

Several other clubs wanted to hire Still. Toulouse FC, Paris FC and FC Nantes all showed interest in the young manager. However, it appears that Lorient will secure his services.

The club’s directors are impressed by Still’s record. They believe he is the right choice to lead the team forward after Pantaloni departs.