Aulas' first choice replacement was former French international and Lyon midfielder Jean Tigana. Tigana had been a part of the celebrated "Magic Diamond", along with Michel Platini, Luis Fernández and Alain Giresse. Tigana's arrival saw the club sign world-class players which included three-time African Footballer of the Year Abédi Pelé, who ultimately disappointed, Manuel Amoros and Pascal Olmeta. All three players had been a part of the Marseille dynasty, which had included five-straight Ligue 1 titles from 1989 to 1993 and a UEFA Champions League victory. In the club's first season under Tigana, they finished eighth, just short of European qualification. The 1994–95 season saw the club become a legitimate title contender. Under the leadership of Ngotty and influential play of youngsters Florian Maurice and Franck Gava, Lyon finished in an impressive second place, ten points behind champions Nantes. The finish meant Lyon have qualified for their second UEFA Cup appearance. The new season also debut a new competition, the Coupe de la Ligue. In the inaugural edition of the competition, Lyon suffered elimination in the round of 16 losing to the eventual winners of the tournament, Paris Saint-Germain. Tigana departed the club after the successful season leaving for Monaco, however, not without leaving an indelible mark on the supporters of the club. His departure also saw others leave. Veteran defenders Ngotty left for Paris and Amoros returned to Marseille. Aulas did keep hold of his young striker tandem Maurice and Gava.