In Summary
- Fae made just 11 appearances as Steve Coppell’s Royals were relegated in 2008.
- He returned to France with Nicethat year after starting just six times for the Berkshire side.
Former Premier League side player Emerse Fae has been the managerial position of Ivory Coast after sacking Jean-Louis Gasset who have been leading the team.
Reading paid a then club record £2.5million for the Nantes midfielder in 2007.
However, Fae made just 11 appearances as Steve Coppell’s Royals were relegated in 2008.
He returned to France with Nice that year after starting just six times for the Berkshire side.
Fae has recently worked as the Ivory Coast’s assistant manager – but has been given the top job after Jean Louis Gasset was sacked by the Elephants on the brink of AFCON elimination.
“We were really disappointed with our own results, and afraid of not progressing in our home tournament.But we have got through thanks to others, and have to remain humble.’’ Fae said.
“Expectations weighed heavily on us, but now there is less weight on our shoulders.We must focus on Senegal. They are a good side, and we must repay our fans.” He added.
However, Morocco’s 1-0 win over Zambia on Wednesday kept the hosts in the tournament – and they will take on holders Senegal on Monday.
