CS Constantine appointed Hassan Ghoula as the club’s new sporting director on Monday, 2 November 2026. This appointment, confirmed by the organization on Monday, November 2, 2026, formalizes a new leadership structure for the Constantine-based organization as it prepares for upcoming challenges within the Algerian Football Federation. Hassan Ghoula assumes the role effective immediately, taking responsibility for the sporting operations of the side. His appointment follows internal discussions regarding the management of the squad and technical staff. Tarek Arama remains involved in the broader administrative oversight of the club. The transition aims to stabilize the sporting hierarchy at CS Constantine as the team progresses through the current season. Club officials confirmed the move earlier today, marking a change in the professional staff overseeing the football department.
Transition in Leadership Roles
Hassan Ghoula succeeds Tarek Arama in the role of sporting director. Tarek Arama held the position since October 2023 and submitted his resignation recently. The departure of Tarek Arama, who held the position since October 2023 and resigned recently, necessitates a shift in the internal organizational chart. The club board finalized the selection of Hassan Ghoula to ensure continuity in the technical direction of the professional team. This leadership change serves to address the specific requirements of the football department as the club manages its current roster and future recruitment strategies.
Professional history links the incoming director to the club as a former player. Hassan Ghoula played as a defender for CS Constantine between 1996 and 1999. During his tenure as a player, Hassan Ghoula won the national championship title with CS Constantine in the 1996-1997 season. His deep familiarity with the history and expectations of the Constantine-based club is viewed by the management as an asset for the upcoming term. The experience gained during his playing years provides him with a unique perspective on the requirements of the squad.
Administrative experience remains a core component of his professional background beyond his playing career. Hassan Ghoula is currently a member of the Federal Bureau of the Algerian Football Federation. His ongoing work with the Algerian Football Federation complements the duties he will undertake as the sporting director of CS Constantine. By maintaining his position within the Federal Bureau, Hassan Ghoula bridges the gap between the club’s institutional interests and the broader regulatory environment of the sport. The club expects that his administrative expertise will assist in navigating the complexities of the current professional landscape. As he transitions into this role, Hassan Ghoula will coordinate directly with the coaching staff to oversee the development of the team. The administrative transition is expected to be smooth, with Hassan Ghoula taking charge of the department’s daily operations immediately. The club has emphasized that this appointment is part of a strategic effort to strengthen the internal management of the sporting division. CS Constantine continues to operate under the guidance of its existing leadership team, now bolstered by the addition of Hassan Ghoula to the sporting director position.
