Monaco manager Sébastien Pocognoli: ‘I hope to be part of a long-term project.’ | OneFootball

In mid-week, after it was confirmed that AS Monaco would miss out on UEFA Champions League football for next season, L’Équipe reported that Sébastien Pocognoli’s job could come into question during the off-season.

Going into the final game of the season, against RC Strasbourg Alsace, Monaco still have the chance of leapfrogging Olympique de Marseille into sixth place. It could open the door to UEFA Europa League qualification. Ahead of that game, in a press conference attended by Get French Football News, Pocognoli addressed his future.

Pocognoli wants to continue at Monaco

“Have I received signals from the hierarchy? I will finish the season as I think I should, with my vision. I am keeping my focus on my squad with my staff. All questions about my future can be asked afterwards. I am focused on working. I am not looking too far ahead. There is still a match to play. The most important thing is to have a vision and to stick to it. In football, it is often the structure that is put in place that makes the difference. I remain convinced that we can use a lot of things from this season in order to progress. I hope to be part of a long-term project,” began the Belgian, who succeeded Adi Hutter back in October. 

He added, “Do I want to stay? Of course! I’m surprised by the question. I have really enjoyed this season. We need to build in order to make something solid.”

GFFN | Luke Entwistle – reporting from Monaco