OL entrusts its bench to Carlos Vicens, formerly of Guardiola's staff
The 43-year-old Spanish coach, retained by the management in the name of continuity of the sporting project, will hold his first training session on the morning of November 10, before his official presentation to the media at 3:00 p.m.
A career between Manchester City and SC Braga
Olympique Lyonnais announced on November 9, 2026 the appointment of Carlos Vicens as head coach of the professional team. A native of Majorca, he has signed for 18 months, until June 30, 2028.
After a first part of his career in Spanish football, he joined Manchester City in 2017, first within the Academy, where he notably coached the U18s. In 2021, he joined Pep Guardiola's staff and spent four seasons with the first team.
In the summer of 2025, he took charge of SC Braga, his first experience as head coach at the highest level. In his first season, the Portuguese club finished fourth in the league and reached the 2026 League Cup final.
Braga also advanced to the semi-finals of the Europa League. According to OL, no Portuguese club had achieved such a performance in European competition for twelve years.
Four staff members arrive, assistant Jorge Maciel stays in place
According to the club, Carlos Vicens's approach to the game, his demands, and the importance he places on player development match the directions defined by OL. He will be accompanied by Mario Enguidanos, his first assistant, and Lander Iza Garcia, in charge of performance.
Jordi Lie Fernandez and Willy Alonso will also join his technical staff. Jorge Maciel will retain his duties as assistant coach, the club citing a desire for continuity and the full confidence of the management.
Adrien Tarascon will continue his role as head of individual player development. Sébastien Hamel, goalkeeping coach of the Pro 2 team since January 2025, will permanently join the professional team's staff.
