While everything seemed in place to replace Brice Samba with Pau Lopez, an imbroglio turned everything upside down, thus canceling the arrival of the former Marseillais. If Hervé Koffi fills in in goal, he should not remain the starter for long. RC Lens is actively looking for a new goalkeeper to replace its now ex-keeper, who left for Rennes.
After the departure of Brice Samba for the Stade Rennaisthe RC Lens had found his replacement in the person of Paul Lopez. An experienced goalkeeper, knowing Ligue 1 well. But a conflict with Gérone finally aborted this transfer, even though the Sang et Or had communicated about his arrival. Lens therefore finds himself having to look for a new replacement for his key position.
“If we have the opportunity to bring in a number one, we will”
While waiting for a new arrival, Hervé Koffi keeps the cages, but it seems temporary. According to information from The Teamthe RC Lens is working to recruit a new goalkeeper. Will Stillthe Lensois coach, was also clear at a press conference:“I told him: ‘You’re number one for now, but it’s going to depend on several factors. If we have the opportunity to bring in a number one, we will do it.’ It doesn’t depend on me, but there will be extra competition for Hervé anyway. […] He understands very well that, in a club aiming for Europe, there is competition. When you are transparent and honest, there are no problems. »
What profile?
The Lensois board is now wondering about the profile of the future goalkeeper:“There is a significant financial point. Then, what do we want? A younger goalkeeper, capable of assuming his role in the long term, or a more experienced goalkeeper, capable of bringing calm and serenity? That remains to be seen. In the coming days or weeks, it will be decided. But taking a goalkeeper will be the basis. »
At any rate, Hervé Koffi should not remain the holder for long.
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