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Marseille interested in former Newcastle and Monaco sporting director Paul Mitchell
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Olympique de Marseille is interested in hiring Paul Mitchell, the former sporting director of AS Monaco and Newcastle United. Mitchell has been without a job since leaving Newcastle in the summer of 2025, as Marseille seeks a replacement for Medhi Benatia.
Marseille interested in former Newcastle and Monaco sporting director Paul Mitchell
Olympique de Marseille are interested in former AS Monaco and Newcastle United sporting director Paul Mitchell, according to a report from Foot Mercato.
Mitchell, who had a stint at AS Monaco (2020-2023) prior to his move to Tyneside, has been out of work since leaving Newcastle in the summer of 2025. However, the Englishman could be set for a return to France, Foot Mercatounderstands.
OM are in the market for a new sporting director with Medhi Benatia set to depart at the end of the season, as confirmed by the clubâs owner, Frank McCourt. Sunderlandâs Florent Ghisolfi has been linked to the role by **La Provence,**whilst Julien Fournier also dreams of a return to the VĂ©lodrome, LâĂquipeunderstands.
Foot Mercatounderstands that Mitchell also features on the shortlist. The Englishman ticks plenty of boxes and is appreciated by many people internally. Cristiano Giuntoli is also among the profiles being considered by Marseille.
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Q&A
Why is Marseille looking for a new sporting director?
Marseille is seeking a new sporting director because Medhi Benatia is set to leave the club at the end of the season.
What clubs has Paul Mitchell previously worked for?
Paul Mitchell has previously worked as a sporting director for AS Monaco and Newcastle United.