LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 14: Kyril Louis-Dreyfus, Chairman of Sunderland reacts during the on March 14, 2021 in London, England. Sporting stadiums around England remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)
who held talks with Sunderland officials over the head-coach vacancy at the Stadium of Light at the end of last month, has signed a three-year deal with Lens, who finished seventh in Ligue 1 last season.
Discussions with the Lens hierarchy took place at the start of this month, and he was confirmed as the club’s new boss this morning.
Lens general director, Pierre Dreossi, said: “We are delighted with the arrival of Will Still at Racing Club de Lens. Will was our top priority to take up the position of coach start the new cycle that is beginning at the club.
“Will is not only a promising coach who has broken records because of his youth, he is a unifying personality obsessed with winning, a real enthusiast and a fine tactician.
“Will Still left his mark on Stade de Reims, where he obtained excellent results, notably a historic run of 19 matches without defeat. We are happy to welcome Will, his leadership and his energy.”
