Jorge Sampaoli, a renowned Argentine coach, has been presented as the new head coach of Stade de Rennes in Ligue 1 France. He signed a contract until 2026, and his debut is scheduled for November 24 against Lille. Sampaoli witnessed Rennes' last defeat against Toulouse and now takes on the challenge of reversing the team's situation, which is currently in a compromised position in the standings.
With a career marked by his admiration for Marcelo Bielsa and notable stints with the national teams of Chile and Argentina, Sampaoli is known for his ambitious and unique style. His previous experience at the 2018 World Cup with the Argentine national team and at clubs like Olympique de Marseille supports him as an experienced strategist.
Rennes seeks to improve its performance in Ligue 1 under Sampaoli's direction, while the Argentine plans to find a balance between his demands and the patience required to build a stable project. During his presentation, Sampaoli praised the quality of French football and expressed his enthusiasm for returning to competition, highlighting the potential of the players and the evolution of the league.
Sampaoli acknowledged in a press conference that his high level of demand has been an obstacle in his career, as his ambitions often do not match the expectations of the clubs. However, he is motivated by the challenge of pulling Rennes out of the complicated situation in which it currently finds itself in the Ligue 1 standings.