The latest news and top stories on Laurent Blanc. Known as a 1998 World Cup-winning centre-back, Blanc has an illustrious playing career including spells at Barcelona and Manchester United. As a manager, he guided Al-Ittihad to the 2024-25 Saudi Pro League championship, marking his first major trophy outside France. He previously led Paris Saint-Germain to multiple Ligue 1 titles and won the French league with Bordeaux. His extensive experience and tactical acumen are evident in his successful stints managing the French national team and top European clubs.