Olympique Marseille Begins Search for New Sporting Director to Replace Benatia
G. E (Elbotola)
14 April 2026at10:30
French club Olympique Marseille is searching for a new sporting director to take over administrative duties, succeeding Moroccan Mehdi Benatia, whose official departure from his position has been confirmed following the end of the current summer.
Benatia had submitted his resignation last February but agreed to shareholder Frank McCourt's request to remain until the end of the current sports season, ensuring a smooth transition of responsibilities within the southern club.
Reports have circulated several names as candidates for the position, with Grégory Lorenzi, Julien Fournier, and Florent Ghisolfi among the top options presented to the current management.
Q&A
What is Olympique Marseille doing regarding its sporting director position?
Olympique Marseille is actively searching for a new sporting director to replace Mehdi Benatia. His official departure has been confirmed following the end of the current summer, requiring the club to fill this key administrative role.
Why is Mehdi Benatia leaving Olympique Marseille?
Mehdi Benatia submitted his resignation from Olympique Marseille back in February. He agreed to stay until the end of the current sports season to ensure a smooth transition of responsibilities for the southern club.
Who are the potential candidates for Olympique Marseille's new sporting director?
Several names are circulating as top candidates for Olympique Marseille's sporting director role. These options have been presented to the current management as they seek to fill the vacant position for the upcoming season.
