Will Still Leaves RC Lens, Returns to England Due to Personal Reasons

Will Still has left Racing Club de Lens. The club confirmed the 32-year-old coach’s departure. The Anglo-Belgian manager is returning to England for personal reasons. This ends his brief but important time with the French club.

WHAT HAPPENED?

In an emotional press conference, Will Still announced he was leaving RC Lens less than a year after joining. He explained his departure is due to his wife’s health issues, which have suddenly worsened and need daily care. “I have made this decision due to my wife’s health issues,” Still said, his voice emotional. He expressed the need to be “by my wife’s side every day” during this tough time.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Still’s exit comes soon after RC Lens won 4-0 against AS Monaco in their final home game, finishing 8th in Ligue 1. Despite the strong performance, news of Still’s departure overshadowed the celebration. The Belgian-English coach brought a fresh, energetic style to Lens with a focus on offensive, committed football. He helped stabilize the team after a difficult period, though they faced some inconsistent results, including a heavy 4-0 loss to AJ Auxerre in late April.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR LENS?

With Still gone, RC Lens now faces the task of finding a new manager to build on the foundation he laid during his short stay. The club must address issues Still highlighted, including the need for squad reinforcements and more consistent performances. Some Championship clubs in England are reportedly interested in Still’s availability, but current circumstances suggest his immediate focus is on his family rather than a new job.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR STILL?

There are whispers of interest from Championship clubs in England, but Still’s immediate priority seems to be supporting his wife through her health challenges. At only 32 years old, the promising young coach still has a bright future in management once his personal situation is resolved. His return to England is a major turning point in his fast-rising coaching career, which has already seen success in both Belgium and France.