Régis Le Bris job uncertainty claim rubbished before Sunderland’s game against Nottingham Forest – reports
TalkSPORT report suggests change not ruled out if Sunderland miss Europe despite Régis Le Bris’ strong impact
Sunderland head coach Régis Le Bris is the subject of fresh speculation regarding his long-term future, according to a report from talkSPORT.
The outlet claims that, in a summer expected to bring widespread managerial changes across the Premier League, Le Bris’ position is one to “keep a close eye on” - particularly if Sunderland fall short of European qualification.
Sources cited in the report suggest a change in the dugout “is not to be discounted” should the Black Cats miss out on a top-six finish, despite what has been a strong campaign following promotion. Sunderland currently sit 11th in the Premier League table, just four points outside the European places, having exceeded expectations in their first season back in the top flight.
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The report also claims that the club’s ownership group, led by Kyril Louis-Dreyfus and Juan Sartori, have not ruled out assessing potential alternatives. However, it is worth noting that Le Bris only signed a long-term contract with Sunderland last season, a detail not referenced in the talkSPORT report. The Frenchman masterminded Sunderland’s promotion from the Championship and has since guided the club to a stable Premier League position, keeping them competitive in the race for Europe deep into the campaign.
There has been no indication from within Sunderland that Le Bris’ position is under immediate threat, with the club continuing to build under his leadership following a period of significant progress on and off the pitch. The Black Cats face Nottingham Forest in the league on Friday evening and sources at Sunderland have confirmed to The Echo that Le Bris’ job is not under threat.
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