During Rennes' defeat against Nice (3-2) at the opening of the 16th day of Ligue 1, Steve Mandanda made a decisive error on Nice's second goal, scored by Sofiane Diop. Weakened by speculation surrounding the potential arrival of Brice Samba, the Rennes captain is going through a complicated period.
Sampaoli understands Mandanda's plight
Jorge Sampaoli, his coach, defended him after the match, emphasizing the impact of the rumors on the serenity of his goalkeeper. “It’s a difficult situation. There is a lot of speculation. It's not easy for the player. He is a human being, who is suffering. There is a lot of talk about him in the press, about the fact that he could leave the club. I understand his discomfort,” Sampaoli told DAZN before starting a press conference. “The situation is complicated because of rumors. He is our guardian but these rumors do not help him and affect him. »
The Brice Samba file fuels tensions. While Rennes seemed close to an agreement with Lens, the Sang et Or finally canceled the transfer, criticizing the “communication policy” of the Breton leaders. Rennes, which is still targeting the Lensois goalkeeper, is exploring solutions to strengthen its workforce. Despite the pressure and the mistakes, Mandanda benefits from the support of his staff and his teammates.
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To summarize
Jorge Sampaoli, the Rennes coach, spoke frankly about the complicated situation of Steve Mandanda, author of a big error yesterday against Nice. The Argentine technician showed understanding with his goalkeeper.
