Rosenior linked with Simon’s Paris FC job

Former Chelsea coach Liam Rosenior has emerged as one of the leading candidates to become Moses Simon’s manager at Paris FC amid growing uncertainty over the future of current coach Antoine Kombouaré, PUNCH Sports Extra reports.

According to French outlet Le Parisien, Kombouaré is expected to leave the Ligue 1 club despite successfully steering them away from relegation last season.

The former Paris Saint-Germain and Nantes manager took charge at the end of February following the departure of Stéphane Gilli, inheriting a side entrenched in a relegation battle. Under his guidance, Paris FC climbed to an 11th-place finish, ending the campaign 12 points clear of the relegation play-off spot.

Kombouaré’s potential exit could usher in a new era for Nigerian winger Simon, who only recently joined the club after working with the veteran French tactician during their time together at Nantes.

Paris FC have reportedly drawn up a shortlist of potential replacements, with Rosenior said to be among the club’s preferred candidates.

The 41-year-old Englishman previously managed RC Strasbourg and also had a brief spell in charge at Chelsea. According to *L’Équipe*, Rosenior was also considered for the managerial vacancy at Nice before the club appointed Olivier Pantaloni.

Related News Stakeholders demand equality for home-based coaches after Chelle’s $100k deal

Udinese tell Juve to pay €15m for Okoye

We’ll get Boniface back in top form – Leverkusen chief

Despite interest from several clubs, reports suggest Rosenior had initially planned to take a break from coaching following his departure from Stamford Bridge, although Paris FC’s project could tempt him back into management sooner than expected.

Another name under consideration is Habib Beye, who is currently in charge of Marseille but is reportedly expected to make way for Bruno Genesio.

However, Le Parisien reports that there are reservations within Paris FC over a possible move for the former Senegal international.

Meanwhile, Morocco coach Walid Regragui, who guided the Atlas Lions to the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, is not being considered for the role, according to the French publication.

Paris FC’s decision on their next manager could have a significant bearing on Simon’s first full season at the club as they look to establish themselves in the French top flight.