If he has not been rewarded contractually, André Villas-Boas puts all the odds on his side in terms of sports results. After a streak of 14 unbeaten matches in Ligue 1, Olympique de Marseille finally fell against Nantes (1-3) before immediately raising their head in Nîmes (3-2). The Phocaeans are installed on the second step of the podium, with 8 points ahead of Rennes, 3rd. However, when asked about his future at a press conference, Villas-Boas warns: "It's difficult to answer."
"We are adults, we have the right to make decisions when the timing is right, face to face."
André Villas-Boas"In France, everyone respects me, be it the players, the press, the French public and not only that of OM," he said. I feel great here, but there are other things we need to talk about. ” The Portuguese then put forward the race for the Champions League ("we are not qualified"). If Marseille remains a PSG dolphin by the 11 remaining championship days, the goal will be reached.
Meanwhile, the Portuguese (42) remains elusive. "We are adults, we have the right to make decisions when the timing is right, face to face, commented Villas-Boas. We must not skip the steps. When the club is ready, I would like to talk a little bit about what's going to happen next year. ” The former coach of Porto, Tottenham and Chelsea ended up recalling that he is "still under contract with OM for a year" after the current season. Before reaffirming his attachment to Marseille: "The affection of the public, the respect I have for France, for the other coaches, all that is incredible and I really appreciate it." To appreciate it in the long term, it would therefore be necessary to maintain the pace. Starting with the reception of Amiens this Friday (9 p.m.) who is fighting for its survival in Ligue 1.
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