After a year and a half spent at Stade Rennais under the direction of Julien Stéphan, Azor MaTusiwa, a 27-year-old midfielder from the Netherlands, joins Ipswich Town in the Premier League for an estimated €11.5 million. Arrived with great expectations after having demonstrated his talent in Reims, the player failed to win in Brittany, a period marked by collective difficulties for the team. Despite 47 appearances, his visit to Rennes did not leave a lasting impression and his departure was seen as a logical solution for all parties.

This transfer marks the end of a stage for Azor MaTusiwa, who will now discover the Premier League with a newly relegated club. He thus joined Ulrich Le Pen, who was already in the same championship. This new signature is part of a policy of strengthening and renewing the staff of Stade Rennais, which continues to separate from players to face financial and sporting constraints.

The departure of Azor MaTusiwa illustrates the financial and sport strategy of Stade Rennais. This operation, although regrettable for the supporters, is seen as necessary to allow the club to refocus on its long-term project. It is likely that this is not the only start to come, and the club will have to find solutions to fill the gap left by this talented player.