Imed Ben Younes has officially committed to leading ES Métlaoui for another season, following an agreement reached with the club’s board of directors ahead of the upcoming campaign.
The former international striker, who took charge of the Ligue 1 side in September, has earned the club’s confidence after guiding them to an eighth-place finish in the Tunisian top flight.
Despite the modest standing, his leadership and tactical approach impressed both fans and management, prompting a swift decision to retain him.
Ben Younes’ future had been the subject of growing speculation in recent weeks.
Reports had linked him with a possible role in the Tunisian national team set-up, where he was expected to join forces with veteran coach Sami Trabelsi.
However, any such move has now been put on hold as he commits his immediate future to the southern Tunisia-based club.
ES Métlaoui, often regarded as a resilient and hard-to-beat side in domestic competition, saw a notable improvement in their performances under Ben Younes.
His arrival last autumn marked a turning point for the team, who had been struggling for consistency early in the season.
His steady hand helped stabilise the squad, eventually leading to a mid-table finish that exceeded initial expectations.
The club confirmed the extension of his stay in a brief statement, noting that an agreement had been reached with the coach and that preparations for the new season are already underway.
The move reflects a desire for continuity and a belief that Ben Younes can build on the foundations laid in his first year at the helm.
While his decision to remain with Métlaoui puts a pause on any involvement with the national side, it does not entirely rule out future opportunities.
His growing reputation within Tunisian football circles suggests that national team roles may yet be available to him further down the line.
For now, however, Ben Younes remains focused on club football, aiming to take ES Métlaoui to greater heights in the next campaign.
With the backing of the club’s leadership and supporters, he will be looking to strengthen the squad and push for a higher finish when the new Ligue 1 season kicks off.
