League: Ligue 1 Sport: Soccer Country: France Category: Transactions

Pierre Sage departs RC Lens to join Crystal Palace

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 5:07 PM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Pierre Sage departs RC Lens to join Crystal Palace

Summary

RC Lens has officially announced the departure of head coach Pierre Sage, who is set to take over at Crystal Palace. This move comes after Sage led Lens to a historic 2025-2026 season, finishing second in Ligue 1 and winning the club's first Coupe de France. After just one year with Lens, Sage transitions to the Premier League, marking a significant change in his managerial career following his tenure at Lyon.

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Key Details

•Sage leaves RC Lens after one year in charge.
•Lens finished second in Ligue 1 and won the Coupe de France.
•Sage previously managed Lyon before joining Lens.
•He now moves to the Premier League with Crystal Palace.

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5:07 PMYahoo Sports — 🚨 Official: Pierre Sage leaves RC Lens!

What they're saying

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Ligue 1 is losing one of its leading figures.It’s over between Pierre and RC Lens!The club officially announced this Monday the departure of its head coach, Pierre Sage. The French manager has signe...
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