Antoine Kombouare open to Aberdeen job as Pittodrie cult hero sets Red Army tongues wagging

Out-of-work Kombouare, who played for Aberdeen 1996–98, says he would be willing to discuss the manager's job as the Dons seek a replacement for sacked Stephen Robinson.

Former Aberdeen defender Antoine Kombouare has reiterated his interest in managing the club, telling The Press and Journal he would be willing to cut short a holiday in Mauritius to hold talks over the position.

Kombouare, 62, spent two seasons at Pittodrie between 1996 and 1998 before launching a successful coaching career in France. He has managed nine Ligue 1 clubs, leading PSG and Nantes to Coupe de Ligue and Coupe de France glory in 2010 and 2022 respectively. He is currently out of work after leaving Paris FC over the summer, where he guided the team to safety in their first season back in the top flight.

Aberdeen are searching for a new manager following Stephen Robinson's sacking. Record Sport understands seven candidates have been shortlisted by CEO Adrian Bevington and sporting director Lutz Pfannenstiel. Kombouare said the role would appeal to him given his history with the club and the quality of the fanbase, though he stressed the importance of understanding the club's objectives and squad before committing.