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Lens head coach Pierre Sage to leave club after one season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 8:05 PM

Last updated Jun 3, 2026

Lens head coach Pierre Sage to leave club after one season

Summary

Pierre Sage has opted to leave Lens after a single season in charge, where he led the team to a Coupe de France title and a competitive Ligue 1 campaign. Despite achieving 28 wins in 40 matches, internal tensions arose after Sage expressed interest in exploring opportunities with top European clubs. Reports indicate that Crystal Palace has identified Sage as their preferred candidate for the managerial position to replace Oliver Glasner and plans to negotiate exit terms with Lens executives. The potential move could significantly increase Sage's salary, aligning with his ambition to coach in the Premier League.

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By the Numbers

•Sage led Lens to their first Coupe de France title and pushed PSG in Ligue 1.
•Relationship issues between Sage and Lens executives reportedly made continuation untenable.
•Crystal Palace is ready to significantly increase Sage's salary in a potential move.
•Talks between Lens and Crystal Palace regarding Sage's exit are expected soon.

Latest Updates

8:05 PMYahoo Sports — Lens’ relationship with head coach Pierre Sage ‘beyond repair’ as crunch talks with Crystal Palace loom

What they're saying

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Lens head coach Pierre Sage has decided to leave Les Sang et Or after only one season in charge. The former Lyon manager succeeded Will Still a year ago and took Lens to their maiden Coupe de France...
— Yahoo Sports

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