While Stade Rennais is going through a delicate season, Steve Mandanda has made a strong decision: to stay at the club until the end of the season, despite the loss of his starting status. This loyalty demonstrates his commitment to the Breton team.
A complex sporting situation for Mandanda
Since the arrival of Brice Samba this winter, Steve Mandanda has seen his place as number 1 goalkeeper slip away from him. Jorge Sampaoli, new coach of SRFC, preferred to bet on Samba, thus relegating Mandanda to the bench. This scenario reminds Mandanda of his previous experience under Sampaoli at Olympique de Marseille, where he was beaten by Pau Lopez. Despite this frustrating situation, the 38-year-old French goalkeeper chose not to give in to the temptation of a hasty departure.
A carefully considered decision
A few months before the end of his contract, Steve Mandanda could have considered leaving this winter to find playing time. However, according to information from The Teamhe decided to honor his commitment with Stade Rennais. Several clubs would have shown interest in his experience, but the former Marseillais preferred to stay in Brittany to support his team until the end of the season.
-An end of career to ponder
Steve Mandanda could consider retiring from sport at the end of this season. However, he first wants to focus on the collective objectives of the SRFC. Supporters will still be able to count on him, whether on the pitch or in the locker room, to instill his experience and determination in his teammates.
Supporter of En Avant de Guingamp, the best of the Breton clubs, I prefer to meet Yannis Salibur, Cristophe Kerbrat or Jeremy Sorbon rather than Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi or Sergio Ramos.
