Jean-Louis Gasset formally appointed as OM coach: A great privilege

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“ A huge honor »: Jean-Louis Gasset officially named coach of theOM

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After weeks of speculation, it's now official: Jean-Louis Gasset takes the reins of theMarseille Olympic. The former assistant to Laurent Blanc in Paris and Bordeaux, then coach of Saint-Etienne, succeeds André Villas-Boas in the south of France. For Gasset, it is “ A huge honor » to train OM.

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The journey of Jean-Louis Gasset

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After his playing career, Jean-Louis Gasset turned to coaching. He was appointed assistant coach of the French team between 2007 and 2010, before joining Paris Saint-Germain and Laurent Blanc as assistant. He then took the reins of AS Saint-Etienne before finally joining OM.

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Expectations at OM

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For Jean-Louis Gasset, the objective will be to relaunch theMarseille Olympic after a disappointing season. The expectations of OM supporters are high, and they want to see their team return to the Champions League. To do this, Gasset will have to strengthen the team and establish an attractive style of play.

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Jean-Louis Gasset: “ A huge honor »

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At a press conference, Jean-Louis Gasset expressed his joy and pride in taking charge of Olympique de Marseille. " It is a huge honor for me to coach this legendary club. I am aware of the task that awaits me and I am preparing for it with great enthusiasm and determination,” he declared.

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