Stéphane Richard keeps his cool as Marseille president amid austerity | OneFootball

Stéphane Richard, a self-confessed novice in football, has brought a measured, diplomatic touch to Olympique de Marseille during a fraught, cost-conscious spell.

According to L'Équipe, the OM presidency can unnerve even steady figures. Richard has been in the job for more than three months, a thankless stretch under imposed austerity, without any visible loss of temper.

How he celebrates goals is unclear, because Marseille have not scored many. They have conceded enough to test a calmness often described as unshakeable.

He tends to avoid clashes, yet he defends his positions when required. Diplomacy remains his chosen tool for handling flashpoints in times of strain.

With results tight and scrutiny constant, his early tenure is defined by restraint. For now, composure is the signature of his leadership.

Source: L'Équipe

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