The international break has left Troyes with a friendly match in Dijon on Friday evening, but one senior figure will not make the short trip. Sporting director Jocelyn Blanchard will be absent from the Stade Gaston-Gérard for the 18:00 kick-off.
Blanchard had been expected to attend ESTAC’s only friendly of the break against Dijon. His plans have changed while an internal investigation continues at the Aube club.
Quick facts
- Jocelyn Blanchard will not attend Troyes’ friendly at Dijon on Friday.
- The match at Stade Gaston-Gérard is scheduled to begin at 18:00.
- Blanchard, 54, is the subject of an internal club investigation following complaints from female employees.
- Elisa Sicking-Bressler travelled from England to handle the case for City Group.
- No official statement has yet been issued by the parties involved.
The investigation was opened after complaints were made against Blanchard by women working at the club. The exact nature of the allegations has not been publicly detailed.
Elisa Sicking-Bressler, City Group’s safeguarding lead, has travelled from England to oversee the matter. Safeguarding covers the protection of minors and vulnerable people within an organisation.
Troyes, backed by City Group, have put in place what is understood to be a detailed and strict procedure. There has been no public communication from the club or the individuals concerned since the case emerged.
The outcome of the inquiry could affect Blanchard’s future at ESTAC. For now, Friday’s fixture in Dijon will go ahead without the club’s sporting director in the stands.
