Montpellier owner Louis Nicollin has said he is ready to meet Diego Maradona to hold talks about the possibility of the Argentina legend taking over as coach of the Ligue 1 champions next season.

Nicollin has told the Midi Libre newspaper and RMC radio station that Maradona is a contender to succeed Rene Girard - and that his appointment would annoy Paris St Germain.

And the multi-millionaire has insisted he is serious, telling L'Equipe: "I didn't say that by chance. I've known ...

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