Pocognoli era ending after one season
Sébastien Pocognoli is set to leave AS Monaco after just one season in charge. Missing the Champions League appears to be the breaking point, the club targeted a top-four finish and fell short, ending up seventh and in the Europa Conference League instead. Belgian and French outlets report Monaco are planning to part ways with the Belgian coach imminently, and an official announcement may not be far off. (1) (2) (4) (5)
Filipe Luis lined up as replacement
A candidate has already emerged. Filipe Luis, the former Atlético Madrid and Brazil left-back, has reportedly chosen Monaco over Turkish side Beşiktaş for his next managerial role. The 40-year-old has been managing in Brazil and is now the clear frontrunner to replace Pocognoli. Reports in Turkey on Tuesday confirmed he turned down Beşiktaş in favor of the Stade Louis II job. (6)
Nübel attracting interest, could Monaco re-enter?
Alexander Nübel, who spent two seasons on loan at Monaco, is drawing concrete interest from Juventus and Manchester City. Bayern Munich want €10–15m for the goalkeeper. Nübel knows Ligue 1 well and would be a familiar face if Monaco decide to enter the race, though for now, the Italian and English clubs have made the first moves. (3)
