Manchester City scout set for Troyes challenge after Ligue 1 promotion | OneFootball

Manchester City’s wider football operation could now see another internal shift as Troyes prepare for their return to the French top-flight.

City Football Group‘s French side are heading back to Ligue 1 after a major turnaround under Antoine Sibierski‘s stewardship. However, Sibierski has now departed to become the sporting director of Belgian side Anderlecht.

With Troyes in need of reshaping their football structure, the door has opened for a Manchester City scout to step into a more senior role under the CFG umbrella.

Brendan MacFarlane set for Troyes role

According to Foot Mercato, City scout Brendan MacFarlane is set to become Troyes‘ interim sporting director.

MacFarlane joined Manchester City in April 2023 as European Regional Scouting Manager. His previous jobs involved leading the scouting department at Toulouse.

The Irishman also previously worked as a scout for Brentford. Regardless, his move to Troyes is expected to be temporary.

The French outfit are likely searching for a stable director but it will be interesting to see if MacFarlane ends up taking the role permanently.

Why MacFarlane looks like the right man for Troyes right now

MacFarlane looks like a natural fit for Troyes, considering his experience in the French market. Before joining City, he also worked as Brentford’s lead scout in France.

The Irishman was involved in deals including Neal Maupay, Said Benrahma and Bryan Mbeumo.

MacFarlane clearly has the pedigree to find underrated talent in the France as most of his experience spans extensively in the southern European region.

With Troyes transitioning to prepare for Ligue 1, the scout’s expertise will be useful in building a team to remain in the French top flight.