RC Lens targets Patrick Videira as potential new manager
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 2:35 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
RC Lens is pursuing Patrick Videira, currently the manager of Le Mans, as a successor to Pierre Sage. Sage is reportedly in talks with Crystal Palace regarding their managerial vacancy. Videira has led Le Mans to promotion to Ligue 1 after two successful seasons, amassing 43 wins in 78 matches. Early discussions have begun between Lens and Videira's representatives, with interest from Portuguese clubs also noted.
- •Pierre Sage is in talks with Crystal Palace about their managerial position.
- •Patrick Videira has managed Le Mans since summer 2024.
- •Videira has recorded 43 wins in 78 matches at Le Mans.
- •Le Mans achieved promotion to Ligue 1 for the 2026-27 season.
- •Negotiations with Videira's entourage have reportedly started.
- 2:35 PMYahoo Sports — Le Mans’ Patrick Videira targeted to succeed Pierre Sage as Lens manager
"In their search for a successor to Pierre Sage – who is reportedly in talks with Crystal Palace to take over from Oliver Glasner as manager of the Eagles – RC Lens have set their sights on Le Mans...
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