The RC Lens is going through an important renewal period, marked by the departure of several key players since last winter, including Neil El Aynaouie and Facundo Medina. Despite these starts, the club manages to retain important players, such as Deiver Machado, a Colombian defender who has been on the team for several seasons. According to journalist César Luis Merlo, Machado chose to stay in Lens, focusing his sports ambitions on an attractive financial offer from the Saudi championship.

Machado, courted by Al-Ettifaq, received a substantial financial proposal. However, the 31-year-old player, who played 112 games with RC Lens and was a regular player (30 appearances last season), opted for the stability and level of competition of Ligue 1. This decision is also motivated by its goal of participating in the 2026 World Cup with the Colombian national team.

This extension of the presence of Deiver Machado is excellent news for coach Pierre Sage. Although the management of RC Lens did not oppose a possible start because of the player’s contractual situation, the crucial question now is whether Machado will extend his contract with the club. Discussions for an extension had already been mentioned in recent weeks, suggesting continuity in the composition of the team.

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