Overview
- Club officials began formal discussions with Nancy on Friday night and kept talks going through the weekend with a view to wrapping up the process before Friday’s AGM.
- Nancy is understood to be receptive to the move, with a deal still contingent on compensation to Columbus Crew and final contract terms.
- Compensation has been reported at up to around £2 million, with Nancy having at least 12 months remaining on his current Crew agreement.
- Backroom arrangements are part of the talks, with long‑time assistant Kwame Ampadu and coach Yoann Damet under consideration, and the prospect of adding a local coach.
- Coverage highlights Nancy’s MLS Cup win and 2024 Coach of the Year award and his possession‑driven 3‑4‑2‑1 approach, while noting concerns over his lack of European experience and the potential disruption his exit could cause the Crew.