Bruno Genesio Takes the Reins at Lille FC

Lille have appointed Bruno Genesio as their new head coach, replacing Paulo Fonseca. Genesio brings a wealth of experience, having played and coached at Olympique Lyonnais before managing Rennes. Lille President Olivier Letang highlighted Genesio as the sole candidate for the position.

Lille have appointed Bruno Genesio as their new head coach, with Paulo Fonseca departing after two years in charge, the Ligue 1 club said on Wednesday. Media reports have linked Fonseca with a potential move to Serie A side AC Milan.

Genesio, 57, was a midfielder at Olympique Lyonnais for a decade and later coached them for four years. His last managerial role was at Rennes, where he spent two years. "It was a no-brainer for us when Paulo left, so much so that Bruno was the only coach we contacted and spoke to," Lille president Olivier Letang said in a statement.

"Bruno has a wealth of experience in football, both in Ligue 1 and in European competitions."