According to a report from L’Équipe, USL Dunkerque are set to appoint Albert Sánchez as their new head coach. The former Barcelona B manager will sign a contract that will keep him in the north of France for the next two seasons. 

Dunkerque have been in the market for a new head coach after Gonçalo Feio’s reign came to an explosive end on the 13th of July, only a few weeks after he was appointed as Luís Castro’s replacement. His short reign was notably stormy, culminating in an outburst towards the club’s management during a preseason friendly against local rivals US Boulogne CO. 

Les Maritimes had been linked with a move for retired Manchester City and Arsenal defender Gaël Clichy, who, earlier this month, left his role as assistant coach with the France U21s. However, they have opted for Sánchez, who they hope will continue their progress, having reached the Ligue 2 playoffs and the Coupe de France semi-finals.