Davide Ancelotti 'agrees' Lille job as Bruno Genesio set to leave

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·29 May 2026

Davide Ancelotti 'agrees' Lille job as Bruno Genesio set to leave

Bruno Genesio will leave Lille at the end of his contract after two years in charge, and president Olivier Létang has moved quickly to line up a successor.

Foot Mercato reports that Davide Ancelotti, currently Brazil's assistant coach, has reached an agreement with Lille to become head coach.

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The son of Carlo Ancelotti had been viewed as the leading candidate.

It will be his second role as a head coach, after several seasons alongside his father and a short stint in charge of Botafogo.

At 36, the Italian favours attacking football.

Source: L'Équipe

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