RC Lens appoint Dino Toppmöller as its new head coach following the departure of Pierre Sage to Crystal Palace. Multiple outlets report that Toppmöller, a German manager with experience including at Eintracht Frankfurt, takes over the role at Les Sang et Or. Lens moves to fill the vacancy quickly after Sage’s transfer to another club. The announcements describe Toppmöller’s appointment as official and state that he signs a multi-year contract with Lens. One source specifies a two-year deal. Before leaving, Sage guided Lens to a strong Ligue 1 performance, finishing second, according to the accounts provided. The new appointment brings a change in leadership for the club as it prepares for the next season under Toppmöller. The reports do not add further details on coaching staff changes, immediate targets, or the timing of Toppmöller’s start beyond the official confirmation of his succession.