C.Makelele will lead the "Bastia" team in the next two seasons

The French "Ligue 1" team "Bastia" competing in the championship officially announced that Claude Makelele has become the new team strategist.

In 2011, the Frenchman, who ended his football career last season, worked at Paris Saint-Germain and was an assistant to Carlo Ancelotti.

"Bastia" club is pleased to announce that Claude Makelele will be our team's coach for the next two seasons," - announced on the official website.

The 41-year-old C. Makelele is still considered one of the best defensive midfielders in the world.

Former French national team member has played for Real Madrid, Chelsea, PSG, and other famous clubs.