Lyon turns to Vicens as coach after Fonseca’s sudden exit
LYON, France (AP) — Carlos Vicens is the new coach at Ligue 1 club Lyon after the sudden departure of Paulo Fonseca.The seven-time French champion said late Monday that the 43-year-old Spanish coach signed an 18-month contract to June 30, 2028.
Lyon, France – Carlos Vicens has been appointed as the new coach of Ligue 1 club Lyon following the sudden resignation of Paulo Fonseca. Vicens, a 43-year-old Spanish coach, has signed an 18-month contract, ending on June 30, 2028. Fonseca left Lyon abruptly last week to take up a new role with Sporting Lisbon.
Vicens has a rich coaching background, having previously worked at Manchester City, initially guiding the club's youth academy before joining manager Pep Guardiola's staff in 2021. He spent four seasons as a first-team coach at Manchester City. Lyon's statement highlighted that Vicens’ playing philosophy, high standards, and focus on player development align perfectly with the club's objectives.
After a stint at Portuguese club SC Braga for a season, Vicens became Lyon's new coach. In his first season at the club, Vicens guided Lyon to a fourth-place finish in the Liga Portugal and led the team to the Europa League semifinals. The club currently stands fifth in the Ligue 1 standings, six points behind leaders Paris Saint-Germain.
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