According to information relayed by the team, the defender Leo Ostigard should fly to the Genoa in loan with option of purchase. This potential signature would highlight a new dynamic for the player, who is currently evolving at Stade Rennais. The Breton club, anxious to reduce the size of its staff, could thus separate itself from one of its “exempt” players. After a season in Hoffenheim with an unsurpassed purchase option, Ostigard could find a new playground in Italy, with an estimated purchase option of 8 million euros. Patrick Vieira’s arrival at the helm of the Genoa could also be a determining factor in this choice.

Following the victory over Nantes, Habib Beye, the Stade Rennais player, shared his impressions with the club’s media. He stressed the improvement of the team’s mindset and the willingness to press the game, while recognizing weaknesses, especially on long balloons. Beye also highlighted the performance of goaltender Brice Samba, who made important stops. He stressed the importance of cohesion and the ability to adapt to the different game systems, including the use of various offensive and defensive formations.

Beye also addressed the captain’s question, revealing an evolution in his thinking. Initially reluctant to see a goaltender as a captain, he was impressed by Brice Samba’s leadership in the group. This experience led him to reconsider his preconceived ideas and consider Samba’s integration into this role for the coming season. He stressed the importance of perpetuating the legacy of the quality captains who marked the history of Stade Rennais, while recognizing Samba’s natural and assertive leadership.