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Cathro Takes Helm at Saint-Étienne
8 Jun
Summary
- Ian Cathro will manage AS Saint-Étienne.
- The club failed to secure promotion to Ligue 1.
- Cathro agreed to a two-year contract deal.
AS Saint-Étienne is poised to appoint Ian Cathro as their new manager, signaling a fresh direction for the French Ligue 2 club. The decision comes after the club opted not to renew Philippe Montanier's contract following their failure to secure promotion back to Ligue 1. Cathro brings a wealth of experience, having served as assistant manager for notable clubs including Newcastle United, Tottenham Hotspur, Wolverhampton Wanderers, and Valencia. He also previously managed Hearts in Scotland.
Most recently, Cathro managed Portuguese side Estoril, leading them to eighth and tenth-place finishes over two seasons. Following negotiations, a deal has been finalized with Estoril to release Cathro from the remaining two years of his contract. He is expected to sign a two-year agreement with Saint-Étienne, with his arrival at the club now considered imminent.
