Jorge Sampaoli seems to be integrating smoothly into Stade Rennais, however raising questions about his choices for the match against LOSC. This first match, scheduled for Sunday at Roazhon Park, will count for the 12th day of Ligue 1. The anticipation is palpable.
Sampaoli's behavior towards Steve Mandanda is particularly scrutinized. Indeed, their past at OM, where Mandanda was replaced by Pau Lopez at the initiative of Sampaoli, leaves doubts about his current intentions. The question of his tenure remains unresolved.
In Rennes, speculation is rife regarding Sampaoli's decisions. Florent Gautreau, speaking on RMC Sport, emphasizes that the coach could well “shake up the habits of Stade Rennais and in particular those of its players.« These comments fuel the discussions.
Gautreau is even considering major changes under Sampaoli's leadership. “Maybe even bring in some reinforcements, in defense and I would even go so far as to change goalkeepers probably quickly,” he declared. The arrival of new players could be considered.
The potential replacement of Mandanda by another goalkeeper raises many questions. Even if this possibility seems distant, the idea of such a radical change animates the debates among Rennes supporters. Sampaoli's choices will be decisive for the future.
The locker room could be shaken by the decisions of the Argentine coach. “The locker room will move, things will move,” Gautreau said. Players must prepare for adjustments that could redistribute the cards within the team.
In short, the arrival of Jorge Sampaoli in Rennes is synonymous with potential changes. His strategic choices and decisions regarding the workforce will be closely scrutinized. Supporters and observers are eagerly waiting to see how the coach will make his mark.
