.jpg)
9 hours ago
6 ARTICLE AD
The supporters of Lens Racing Club may have difficulty sleeping in the coming days. After losing their starting goalkeeper Brice Samba, transferred to Rennes, and awaiting other important sales in the coming days, the Artesian club was the victim of a big blow this week.
Lens had announced the loan with option to purchase Pau Lopez from Olympique de Marseille. Already loaned to Girona during the first part of the season, the Spanish goalkeeper was released by his hometown team. But Girona finally changed its mind and retained its doorman!
Girona’s incredible blow
On Wednesday afternoon, Lens was forced to cancel a transfer which had nevertheless been completed and announced on its official media the day before! The Team provides some details on this incredible scenario: Girona simply failed to send the final documents necessary to finalize the deal.
The Spanish club would not be totally opposed to the departure of Pau Lopez, but not before January 29, i.e. after the last two matches of the regular phase of the Champions League, against AC Milan and Arsenal. A decision which would have plunged the Lensois leaders into deep anger, while incomprehension would also reign in the ranks of Olympique de Marseille, to which the player still belongs… “Girona FC informed Olympique de Marseille today of its firm desire to keep the player until January 29, an unacceptable condition for Racing which thus renounces this signing”wrote RC Lens in a short press release. A milestone that will go down in history.
Written by:
Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team.
 
 As an author for the website, Manu's expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers.
 
 When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans. Feel free to follow Manu on Twitter and interact with him as he shares his expert opinions, insights, and love for French football.
