France, Feb. 25 -- France's world famous Louvre museum is poised for a leadership shake-up after the resignation of its president Laurence des Cars on Tuesday, with a new chief expected to be appointed swiftly, in a bid to restore confidence following months of turbulence.

Christophe Leribault- the current head of the Palace of Versailles- is widely expected to take over the role, according to a source within the French executive.

His appointment is due to be announced by the Council of Ministers, with a mandate focused on securing and modernising the institution, as well as delivering the ambitious "Louvre - New Renaissance" overhaul.

The move comes at a delicate moment for the world's most visited museum, which has been grappling wit...