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Jorge Sampaoli, known for his inexhaustible energy and passion for coaching, seems to be close to returning to Europe, specifically to Ligue 1, after his recent stint at Flamengo in Brazil. The 64-year-old Argentine coach, who doesn't seem capable of staying away from the football adrenaline, is in advanced negotiations to take over Stade de Rennes. As reported by L'Equipe, the initial interest has quickly evolved into a serious and concrete dialogue that could be formalized in the coming days.
Another opportunity in European coaching
Sampaoli already has a history in France, where he took charge of Olympique de Marseille in 2020-21, achieving a remarkable runner-up position in the following season. However, his relationship with the board deteriorated, and the coach decided to move on to Sevilla FC, although his time at the Spanish team was not as successful. Now, with Rennes in need of a boost, Sampaoli's combative and energetic profile seems like an attractive bet for the club, currently sitting in 13th place in the table, just one point above the relegation zone.
Despite the challenging experiences at his recent clubs, the Rennes board believes that the Argentine can bring the spark needed for the team to take off. His uncompromising style and always bold approach make Sampaoli an interesting option to revitalize a squad that includes talents like Amine Gouiri and Adrien Truffert, and that seems to be performing below its potential.
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