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Lucien Favre, 68, Ends Coaching Career

The veteran Swiss coach ends speculation by confirming he has rejected fresh offers, ruling out any executive or advisory role.

Overview

  • Favre made the decision public in an interview with Switzerland's Blick, saying he had long felt his work in football was complete.
  • He said inquiries arrived from European clubs and from Saudi Arabia, which he declined as his decision is final.
  • He dismissed the idea of returning in a non-coaching capacity, stating he will not serve as a president or adviser at Borussia Mönchengladbach or elsewhere.
  • The former Hertha, Gladbach and Dortmund manager is credited with lifting Gladbach from near relegation to the Champions League and leaves with 824 matches managed and a 2.01 points-per-game record at BVB.
  • His last post ended with dismissal by OGC Nice in January 2023, and he recalled turning down a Bayern Munich approach in 2012 to remain at Gladbach.