Orlando Pirates want a European coach as they battle for his signature.
The Bucs are wasting no time in shaping their future as head coach Jose Riveiro prepares to exit at the end of the season. The Soweto-based powerhouse has already kickstarted the search for a new leader, and the global football community is taking notice.
According to a source, the Buccaneers have been “inundated with CVs” from coaches around the world since confirming Riveiro’s departure last month. Among the front-runners generating serious buzz is French tactician Bruno Ferry, whose name is making waves both locally and internationally.
Ferry emerges as a top contender for the Pirates job
Ferry’s growing influence in African football has captured the attention of multiple top-tier clubs. Currently at the helm of AS Vita Club, the former Azam FC assistant coach is making headlines for his tactical acumen and forward-thinking leadership style.
“Bruno Ferry, the former Azam FC assistant coach, is making an impressive impact as head coach of AS Vita Club. After guiding his side to victory in Stream B of the DRC league, they now await the Stream A winners for the championship clash. With CAF Champions League football also on the horizon, Ferry’s success hasn’t gone unnoticed – he has been offered to Orlando Pirates,” the source confirmed.
Pirates face competition for his signature
Ferry’s name has also surfaced in connection with Egyptian giants Al Ahly, who are actively seeking a replacement for Marcel Koller. While Carlos Queiroz initially led the list of candidates, recent reports suggest Ferry has become a serious contender for the Cairo-based club as well.
This dual interest underlines the Frenchman’s rising stock. Both Pirates and Al Ahly appear drawn to Ferry’s modern coaching methods and success on the African stage.
Defining moment for the Bucs
For Pirates, this next coaching appointment will be more than just a replacement. It’s a pivotal move to solidify their status as a dominant force in South African and continental football. Ferry’s coaching philosophy reportedly aligns well with the club’s ambitions for sustained success.
Whether he ends up at Orlando Pirates, Al Ahly, or another top African club, one thing is certain: Bruno Ferry is one of the hottest coaching prospects on the continent right now.
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