Lille: Next Manager Revealed | Post-Genesio Era

Bruno Genesio could have difficulty finishing the season in Lille. The northern club is looking at what is good in Europe, and in particular with one of its former emblematic players.

Season so far less successful than expected in Lille, which was still in the race for the Champions League and for the podium last season at the same time. From now on, LOSC has painfully reached the Europa League play-offs and is experiencing a big downturn in France, with an elimination in the Coupe de France at home by OL, and a fifth place with only one point ahead of Toulouse, the 8th.

Nervousness was also noted among Bruno Genesio, who had promised big decisions in the middle of January, and was even announced very close to a resignation, without this being confirmed among the Mastiffs. Nevertheless, the end of the cycle is possible and according to Belgian journalist Sacha Tavolieri, LOSC is closely following the career of Burak Yilmaz. A well-known character in the North, since he was the offensive architect of a title which left its mark in 2021, with 16 goals in 28 matches.

Since the end of his career, the Turk has settled on the sidelines, with Besiktas as an interim player, then with Kayserispor, Kasimpasa and finally with Gaziantep. The insider assures him, LOSC is monitoring his progress and believes that his past experience in the North and his qualities as a leader of men can become assets to consider if ever a new wind blows in Lille. For the moment, Bruno Genesio retains the confidence of his leaders, even if the situation could become untenable if the poor form continues.

Marcus Cole

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