Dino Toppmoller to succeed Pierre Sage as RC Lens manager
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 8:40 AM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
RC Lens is set to appoint Dino Toppmoller as the club's new manager following Pierre Sage's anticipated move to Crystal Palace. Sage, who previously led Lens to a second-place finish in Ligue 1 and a Coupe de France title, has sparked speculation about his future since late May. Toppmoller, previously at Eintracht Frankfurt, is reported to be taking a two-year deal with Lens, with the announcement expected soon. Details about Sage's contract with Crystal Palace remain unconfirmed.
- •Sage's exit follows a successful season with Lens.
- •Toppmoller previously managed Eintracht Frankfurt.
- •The appointment is expected to be official soon.
- •Lens finished second in Ligue 1 last season.
- •Sage's move to Crystal Palace is not yet confirmed.
- 8:40 AMYahoo Sports — Dino Toppmoller to be named Pierre Sage’s replacement at RC Lens
"Pierre Sage’s move to Crystal Palace has yet to be confirmed, however, RC Lens already look to have found their replacement in the form of Dino Toppmoller. Sage led Lens to a second-place finish in...
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