Spaniard Carlos Vicens becomes the new coach of Olympique Lyonnais
The 43-year-old Spaniard has signed with the Lyon club until June 2028.
Quick Look
- Olympique Lyonnais has formalized the arrival of Spaniard Carlos Vicens as coach.
- Former assistant to Pep Guardiola at Manchester City and ex-coach of Sporting Braga, he has signed with the club until June 2028.
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Why It Matters
Carlos Vicens was Pep Guardiola's assistant at Manchester City before managing Sporting Braga. He replaces Paulo Fonseca at the head of OL.
A coach from Portugal to replace the Portuguese Paulo Fonseca. OL formalized the arrival of Carlos Vicens on their bench on Monday, November 9. The 43-year-old Spaniard, who was dismissed from his duties by Sporting Braga at the end of October, signed up until June 2028. His induction was made official the day after the defeat against Brest (0-2) during the 10th day of Ligue 1.
The latter had risen through the ranks at Manchester City, going from assistant coach at the training center in 2017 to assistant to Pep Guardiola in 2021 (until 2025). A great line on the CV which allowed him to take the reins of Sporting Braga last season.
His first real experience as head coach of a first division team in Europe got off to a good start as he led the Portuguese club to fourth place in the Portuguese championship and a Europa League semi-final last season. His second season, however, quickly turned sour after only eight La Liga games (only three wins).
Open Questions
- What will be the sporting objectives set by management for the season?
