Jean-Alain Boumsong leaves Auxerre after Will Still arrival

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·16 August 2026

Jean-Alain Boumsong has left Auxerre after being appointed assistant to Christophe Pelissier in May 2025.

According to L'Équipe, his departure was communicated to the squad.

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The former defender had strong backing inside the dressing room.

He was chiefly responsible for the defence and set pieces, a remit that drew criticism during the club’s crisis last season.

The arrival of Will Still in the dugout led to the end of his collaboration with Auxerre.

Source: L'Équipe

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