Racing recorded a 0-0 draw against Mainz, raising questions about the future of its defender Ismaël Doukuré. Coach Liam Rosenior was evasive about the player’s absence from the two meetings in Mainz, suggesting a possible discussion next week. Doukuré, who has performed since his arrival in Strasbourg in 2022 and courted by German and English clubs, could leave the club. The recent arrival of a new central defender, Lucas Hogsberg, could confirm this trend.

On the other hand, the return of central defender Mamadou Sarr was very positive for the Racing. After an additional year, he reassured on his fitness and his loan for the next match against Metz. Sarr, who even ceeded his armsaard to Emegha, said he was fit and ready for the next challenge. Despite a cramp felt at the end of the game, he stressed the team’s satisfaction with the collective performance, including defensive strength and the ability to offer the game.

Sarr insisted on the encouragement of this draw against a Bundesliga team, stressing that the team is improving with the integration of the new players. He also mentioned that there are still details to fine-tune in the ball’s control in both sides of the field, but the team is in good shape. The atmosphere was positive, even in the presence of Strasbourg supporters in Mainz, and the team is preparing with determination for the upcoming match.