They are one of the most successful clubs in Belgium with 10 First Division A titles and eight Belgian Cups, but they are yet to win the league since 2009.
“Standard Liege and our former player and assistant coach Mbaye Leye reached an agreement: the 38-year-old Senegalese became the head coach of our team to the end of the 2020-2021 season,” the club statement read.
“He will be assisted by Patrick Asselman, our former player and current video analyst, who will combine this function with that of assistant coach.
“Our club wishes Mbaye Leye a safe return and the best in his new functions.”
They are one of the most successful clubs in Belgium with 10 First Division A titles and eight Belgian Cups, but they are yet to win the league since 2009.
“Standard Liege and our former player and assistant coach Mbaye Leye reached an agreement: the 38-year-old Senegalese became the head coach of our team to the end of the 2020-2021 season,” the club statement read.
“He will be assisted by Patrick Asselman, our former player and current video analyst, who will combine this function with that of assistant coach.
“Our club wishes Mbaye Leye a safe return and the best in his new functions.”