St. Louis City Tabs 35-Year-Old for Top Job

St. Louis City is reportedly close to finalizing a deal to name Yoann Damet as their next head coach. At just 35 years old, Damet is poised to be one of the youngest managers in Major League Soccer, yet he possesses a wealth of experience within the league. His prior roles include serving as an assistant coach for FC Cincinnati and holding interim head coach positions with the same club at ages 29 and 30.

Damet's recent coaching journey saw him lead the LA Galaxy's second team in 2022 before joining the Columbus Crew. With the Crew, he was part of the coaching staff that secured the 2023 MLS Cup and the 2024 Leagues Cup. This extensive background positions him as a promising candidate for the St. Louis City role.

The club has been seeking a new permanent head coach after dismissing Olof Mellberg partway through their recent season, which saw them finish 13th in the Western Conference. The appointment of Damet is a key priority for new General Manager Corey Wray as the team looks to strengthen its roster and recapture the form that saw them top the Western Conference in their inaugural 2023 season.