Didier Digard tells the behind the scenes story of his arrival

After Luka Elsner left for Stade de Reims, Le Havre decided to bet on Didier Digard, as we recently revealed. This Monday, the young 37-year-old technician was officially presented to the press. The opportunity for him to talk about his attachment to the oldest club, where he was trained. “It’s obviously a great pleasure. The club, like the city, has evolved a lot. In a good way, I think (smiles). It’s very pleasant to see such an evolution, especially when you are attached to colors, to a city. The club has reached a milestone thanks to the people who have been there for two years. It has grown a lot with the Océane stadium and the training center.”first confided the tactician who worked for OGC Nice before admitting his surprise at being contacted by his friend Mathieu Bodmer.

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“You have to know that I had never considered coming back here. Although I had regular exchanges with Matthieu (Bodmer), it was something I hadn’t really thought about. I wasn’t prepared for that. I had my diploma to pass and the club was progressing very well without me. And Matthieu called me. I was surprised, really. And then everything became clear in my head. I thought about it for a minute. I know where I’m going, in a healthy environment with people who work hard.”. To conclude, Digard also said more about his philosophy and the values ​​he wishes to transmit to the Normandy group. “I like teams that play, that press, with a lot of intensity. I prefer to win 5-4 than 1-0. The only certain guarantee that I offer today will be the state of mind. Being a coach is sometimes playing the role of father, of teacher. Above all, I try to be fair. Both close and tough, knowing that each player does not need the same speech. There will be a general line of conduct and we will adapt.”. Make way for a new era for Ciel et Marine.