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Renowned Brazilian Poised for Monaco Move as Belgian Coach Departs

AS Monaco Football Club has confirmed the termination of its collaboration with head coach Sebastien Pocognoli, after an eight-month tenure at the helm of the Ligue 1 side. The Belgian coach still had a year remaining on his contract.
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Monaco finished seventh last season, securing a playoff spot for the upcoming Conference League. The 38-year-old Pocognoli joined the club last October from Union Saint-Gilloise, replacing Adi Hütter.

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After a challenging start to the season, the team, led by the former Belgian international, found its stride, embarking on a ten-match unbeaten run. However, their form dipped towards the end of the campaign, and the 2016/2017 champions failed to qualify for the Champions League.

In addition to Pocognoli, his two assistants, Kevin Mirallas and Artur Kopyt, are also departing the club. Three other members of the coaching staff had already left in recent days. Former Chelsea and Atletico Madrid defender Filipe Luis is reportedly the frontrunner to take over. The 40-year-old Brazilian left Flamengo in March, having previously won the Copa Libertadores with them. This information was reported by AFP.

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