Key Takeaways:
- Bruno Genesio’s departure from Lille OSC was officially confirmed last week
- Genesio is expected to become the next Marseille manager
- Habib Beye, who succeeded Roberto De Zerbi in February, failed to secure Champions League and Coupe de France semi-final qualification
Background: Genesio’s Move from Lille OSC
Last week, Lille OSC confirmed the departure of Bruno Genesio. Despite guiding the club back into the UEFA Champions League, the French manager will not oversee their European campaign. Genesio’s contract expired at the conclusion of the season, amidst reports of friction with club president Olivier Létang. When previously questioned regarding his future at LOSC, Genesio adopted a pessimistic stance, citing the absence of any signs of a contract extension.
🚨🔵⚪️ Bruno Genesio has agreed to become new Olympique Marseille manager, here we go!
Deal in place until June 2028 plus option.
All set to be signed soon, as @Santi_J_FM reports. pic.twitter.com/bmdQkXjHtI
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 3, 2026
Managerial Change at Marseille
Genesio is on the brink of returning to the Ligue 1 dugout as Marseille’s next manager. This move comes as Habib Beye, who replaced Roberto De Zerbi in February, is expected to depart after failing to meet two key targets: securing UEFA Champions League qualification and guiding the club to the Coupe de France semi-finals. Although Beye’s exit has not yet been confirmed, sources indicate that Genesio is close to finalising his appointment, with only minor details remaining before an official announcement.
Next Steps
While there has not yet been an official statement from Marseille regarding Habib Beye’s departure or Bruno Genesio’s appointment, all indications suggest that Genesio will soon be unveiled as the new manager. Only a few contract details remain to be finalised before the announcement is made.
