MARSEILLE — Reports indicate that Bruno Génésio is set to be appointed as the new manager of Olympique de Marseille (OM). The former Lille OSC coach is nearing an agreement to lead the club, marking a significant transition for the Ligue 1 side following a challenging season.
The Managerial Transition
Génésio is poised to succeed Habib Beye, who has been in charge of the team since February 2026. While Marseille has yet to issue an official statement regarding Beye's departure, reports suggest his exit follows the team's failure to meet key objectives this season, specifically:
Champions League Qualification: The club missed out on securing a spot in the upcoming UEFA Champions League.
Coupe de France: The team failed to reach the semi-finals of the tournament.
Background on Génésio
Bruno Génésio recently departed Lille OSC at the end of the 2025–26 season. Despite a successful tenure where he guided Les Dogues to a third-place finish and automatic Champions League qualification, he opted to leave the club following the expiration of his contract.
Next Steps
While the appointment is widely reported, the deal is currently in the final stages, with minor contract details being ironed out. The agreement is expected to be finalized shortly, with Génésio reportedly set to sign a deal that will keep him at the Stade Vélodrome through June 2028, with an option to extend.
