ASEC Mimosas Part Ways with Jean Marie Assoumou, Traoré Siaka Takes Over
ASEC Mimosas, one of Ivory Coast’s most historic football clubs, has announced a major change on the sidelines. The club revealed on Friday that Jean Marie Assoumou has been relieved of his duties as head coach of the professional team. The decision, made in agreement with Assoumou himself, was communicated in a statement from ASEC’s Chairman, Roger Ouégnin.
“The Chairman of the Board of Directors of ASEC Mimosas informs shareholders and the sporting public that, in agreement with Mr. Brou Assoumou Jean-Marie, his mission as coach of the professional football team has been terminated,” the press release read on the club’s official website.
Assoumou’s departure comes in the wake of disappointing results. The team is currently 10th in Ligue 1, having accumulated just nine points from eight matches, with only one win, six draws, and a single defeat. Recent performances, including a 0-0 draw against SOA and a similar stalemate in the CAF Confederation Cup against Renaissance du Tchad, have left the club under pressure to find new leadership capable of turning its fortunes around.
Stepping into the role is Traoré Siaka, popularly known as “Gigi,” who has previously served as Assoumou’s assistant. “As of today, the position of head coach of the team is assumed by Mr. Traoré Siaka known as ‘Gigi,’” the club confirmed. Gigi brings prior experience with ASEC, having managed the team under similar conditions from 2012 to 2014 before Alain Gouaméné took charge.
Traoré Siaka inherits a squad in need of direction. ASEC Mimosas, traditionally one of the strongest teams in the Ivorian league, has struggled to find consistency this season. The team’s lackluster form has been attributed to a combination of tactical missteps, inconsistency on the field, and difficulties in translating talent into results. Gigi’s appointment is intended to stabilize the club, restore confidence in the dressing room, and ensure a more competitive performance in both domestic and continental competitions.
Sébastien Desabre’s former assistant has a clear mission: to rejuvenate a team that has lost its bearings and to implement strategies that will help the club climb the standings. With the season still in its early stages, Traoré Siaka will have the opportunity to make an immediate impact and realign ASEC’s ambitions.
Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely as Gigi assumes command. The Ivorian side has a rich history of domestic success and continental achievements, and expectations remain high. How the team responds to this change could define its trajectory for the remainder of the season.
In conclusion, while Jean Marie Assoumou departs after a challenging start, ASEC Mimosas is placing its hopes on Traoré Siaka to revive the team’s fortunes. With the new coach now at the helm, the club aims to restore its competitive edge and return to the top tier of Ivorian football. The coming weeks will be crucial in determining whether Gigi can successfully navigate ASEC Mimosas back to its winning ways.
