Racing Club de Strasbourg Alsace
Racing Club de Strasbourg Alsace is set to appoint Hugo Oliveira as their new manager, according to reports from A Bola. The 47-year-old Portuguese coach is currently under contract with Famalicao until 2028, but he could join the Alsatian club for a transfer fee of around 4 million euros, his release clause.
Who is Hugo Oliveira ?
Hugo Oliveira is a Portuguese coach who has already worked as an assistant to Marcos Silva at Fulham, Everton, Watford, and Hull City. He has just finished 5th in the Portuguese League with Famalicao.
Why this choice for Racing Club de Strasbourg Alsace ?
Racing Club de Strasbourg Alsace is looking for a replacement for Gary O'Neil and Hugo Oliveira seems to be the ideal candidate, with his experience and skills. The Alsatian club is currently 8th in Ligue 1, with 53 points, 15 wins, 8 losses, and 11 draws in 34 games, and a goal difference of +11, with 58 goals scored and 47 conceded.
What does this mean for the club's future ?
The arrival of Hugo Oliveira could be a turning point for Racing Club de Strasbourg Alsace, which is looking to improve its ranking in Ligue 1. The club is currently 23 points behind leaders Paris Saint Germain, but with a new coach, the players could be motivated to do better and aim for the top spots in the standings.
