Motherwell manager Jens Berthel Askou has moved to quash speculation linking him with a move to French Ligue 1 side Toulouse. The 46-year-old Dane has been at the helm of the Scottish Premiership club since 2020, leading them to a respectable 6th place finish last season.
Askou has been in charge of Motherwell for over two years, guiding the club through a period of change and rebuilding. Despite their modest resources, the team has consistently punched above their weight in the Scottish Premiership.
Talk of a potential move to Toulouse has sparked widespread interest in the Scottish football community, with many fans speculating about the implications of a departure for the club. However, Motherwell have moved quickly to dismiss these rumours, insisting that they have received no official approach for Askou's services.
Askou himself has been tight-lipped about the speculation, but his commitment to the club is clear. He has been focused on the current season, guiding Motherwell through a challenging run of fixtures in the Scottish Premiership.
The club's statement on the matter read: 'We can confirm that no bid has been received for Jens Berthel Askou's services.' While this has not entirely ended speculation about Askou's future, it has at least provided some clarity on the situation.
For his part, Askou remains focused on the task at hand, with Motherwell set to face off against Kilmarnock in their next Scottish Premiership match.