Lyon sacks coach Sage, Fonseca expected to replace

Olympique Lyonnais has sacked head coach Pierre Sage following a disappointing five-match winless streak, which includes a recent draw against Nantes that left the club sixth in Ligue 1. Sage, who was appointed on an interim basis in November 2023 and later signed a contract until 2026, faced criticism after the team was also knocked out of the Coupe de France by a fifth-tier club. The club expressed gratitude for Sage's earlier contributions but deemed the current situation unsustainable. Reports suggest that former AC Milan manager Paulo Fonseca is a strong candidate to replace Sage, with ongoing negotiations reportedly progressing well. Lyon's next match is against Bulgarian side Ludogorets in the Europa League. The decision signals a critical moment for Lyon as they aim to improve their performance and secure a European spot.