Houllier out, Deschamps in?
As he admits his future at Juventus is up in the air, Didier Deschamps is being lined up to replace Gerard Houllier at Lyon.
The 59-year-old former Liverpool boss announced this evening that he has quit the six-time French champions.
“For a number of reasons I have decide to leave,” said Houllier. “I’ve lived two exceptional years here which, in many ways, reminded me of the six years I spent at Liverpool.
“Lyon has a new project over three years with a new stadium. I didn't feel like getting involved for another three years.”
This opens the door for Deschamps to return to France, where he had some success with Monaco, rather than wait to see if Juventus put their faith in him.
DD took the Bianconeri back to Serie A after their demotion and nine-point penalty, but the club is hesitating over confirming his presence next term.
For several months there have been strong reports that Lyon were interested in bringing in Deschamps as well as a bid for Juve striker David Trezeguet.
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