This time, it’s complete. Brice Samba, until then captain of Lens, has committed to Rennes until 2029, the two clubs announced on Wednesday. After two and a half seasons in Artois, where he completely relaunched his career to the point of being called up to Blue (three selections), the 30-year-old left the seventh in Ligue 1 to join the thirteenth. The amount of the transfer has not been revealed, although it should be between 12 and 15 million euros according to The Team.
“It’s a satisfaction because I wanted to join Stade Rennaissaid Samba in the press release from his new club. I’m relieved to have arrived to meet my new teammates and start training. I am joining a strong, stable, recognized club. The Breton people are a proud and strong people, it is gratifying to arrive in Rennes. I regularly played against SRFC when I was young and I often came to Roazhon Park in Ligue 1. I experienced very complicated matches there (smile) and I can’t wait to meet the supporters. I want to be as decisive as possible, that’s what brought me to the French team and I hope to continue this momentum. It’s also a great pleasure to meet Seko (Fofana), we’ve called each other a lot recently. I’m obviously looking forward to renewing our bond, that was our strength before and being able to repeat what we were able to do would be extraordinary..”
A time put on hold, his transfer was finally carried out. “For Stade Rennais, it is a pride to welcome Brice. Beyond the player and his international status, his state of mind oriented towards performance and victory is an additional asset for the club. His natural leadership, experience and talent will help develop our ambitions. Players, staff and employees, we are delighted to see Brice join the Rouge et Noir“, reacted general manager Arnaud Pouille. The French international could start under his new team on Saturday against OM.
