RC Lens considers Walid Regragui as an option to replace Yannick Cahuzac

RC Lens are continuing their search for a new manager following the dismissal of Yannick Cahuzac after just nine matches in charge. They have placed Moroccan coach Walid Regragui on their list of potential candidates in case negotiations with Pierre Sagh do not progress.

According to "Foot Mercato" and confirmed by "RMC Sport", RC Lens management is studying the possibility of signing Regragui, who is highly regarded within the club due to his leadership qualities and ability to manage groups, alongside his tactical vision and experience in major competitions. The report added that the Moroccan coach has already met with officials from the French club.

Walid Regragui, who led the Moroccan national team to the semi-finals of the FIFA World Cup 2022 in a historic achievement, is a candidate of interest for RC Lens, especially since his coaching career aligns with the club's ambitions. The 51-year-old coach previously turned down several offers during last summer, without hiding his desire to lead one of the clubs in the top five European leagues.

Despite this, Pierre Sagna remains the first choice for Joseph Ougourlian, the president of RC Lens, who is seeking to bring him back to the club after he departed in June, following leading the team to win the Coupe de France. Negotiations between the two parties have progressed, but no final agreement has been reached yet, after Sagna left Crystal Palace on Thursday and became available to sign with any club.

RC Lens are dealing with the new coach file with a great deal of urgency, as they wish to determine the identity of the next coach and announce their appointment before the end of the weekend, while Walid Regragui represents the most prominent option should an agreement fail to be reached with Pierre Sage.