French tactician Olivier Pantaloni has turned down an opportunity to join FC Nantes despite his imminent departure from FC Lorient, with reports linking him to Toulouse FC instead.
Four top French clubs including Paris FC and Olympique Lyonnais are competing to sign FC Lorient’s 19-year-old attacking midfielder Pablo Pagis, who is valued at €25 million after a stellar breakthrough season.
Paris Saint-Germain were held to a 2-2 draw by FC Lorient in a rotated Ligue 1 fixture, with defensive errors costing them victory ahead of their crucial Champions League semi-final in Germany.
Luis Enrique is expected to rest several key stars as Paris Saint-Germain prepare to face FC Lorient in Ligue 1, with their full attention turning to the UEFA Champions League semi-final second leg against Bayern Munich.
Toulouse FC have announced that head coach Carles Martínez Novell will depart the club at the end of the current campaign after managing 118 matches across all competitions.