RC Lens will have to find a new coach, as Pierre Sage has decided to leave the club after just one season. Despite a second-place finish in Ligue 1 and a first French Cup in the history of the Sang-et-Or, Sage seems to be heading towards the Premier League and Crystal Palace. Jérôme Rothen took a swipe at a journalist after the announcement of Sage's departure, saying « Quelle bande de tocards ». The « best coach » of the Ligue 1 season, awarded at the Trophées UNFP ceremony, had taken a more tempered tone the next day on RMC's After Foot. Since then, the « discussions » mentioned by the coach have intensified, leading to his departure from RC Lens. Mohamed Toubache-Ter had said « no contact » between Crystal Palace and Sage, but the last few hours have shown that Sage's future seems to be heading towards Crystal Palace. Sébastien Vidal reacted to the publication in question, defusing any potential controversy. Jérôme Rothen took advantage of this opportunity to attack football journalists and observers who « know nothing » about the sport. Sage's departure leaves RC Lens in a delicate situation, with the need to find a new coach for the next season. The club's supporters are eagerly awaiting the next developments. The transfer market is underway and RC Lens must prepare for the next season. The players and staff of the club must now focus on finding a new coach. The club's president, Joseph Oughourlian, must make a quick decision to ensure the stability of the club. The search for a new coach has begun and the club must act quickly to avoid any disruption to the team's preparations for the new season.