The RC Lens had great hopes for the integration of M-Bala Nzola, envisaged as the potential successor to Elye Wahi. However, after a significant period of 21 matches in Ligue 1 and more than 1465 minutes of play, it is clear that the attacker did not meet the expectations of offensive production. Its record of only six goals scored in the championship, equivalent to an achievement for 244 minutes or every 2.71 matches, shows an insufficient performance against the goals set by the Lens management.

In an interview with the Italian media Gianlucadimarzio.com, Mr.Bala Nzola highlighted a notable difference between the tactical game of the Serie A and the more talent-oriented approach in Ligue 1. This observation, while enlightening, unfortunately does not compensate for the disappointing performance on French terrain. Difficulties in realising the opportunities, a certain inertia in the game phase and a lack of rigour during the trainings led the management to give up the option of buying 10 million euros originally planned.

Aware of the pressure on him, the Angolan international affirmed its desire to prove its value within RC Lens. He still has five meetings to try to reverse the situation, but his leeway will depend on the confidence Will Still decides to give him. The future of Mr.Bala Nzola in the Lens club therefore seems uncertain as the purchase option is now compromised.