Lens Resumes Negotiations with Rennes for Goalkeeper Brice Samba

The potential transfer of 30-year-old goalkeeper Brice Samba from RC Lens to Stade Rennais, which had previously stalled, appears to be back on track. Initially reported as a done deal, negotiations hit a snag due to tensions between the club owners.

However, recent reports suggest that Lens has now reopened discussions regarding Samba’s departure. This renewed willingness to negotiate is partly attributed to Lens’ progress in securing a replacement, with talks advancing for Spanish goalkeeper Pau López, currently on loan at Girona FC from Olympique de Marseille.

Sources close to both clubs indicate that a transfer for Samba is likely to materialize during the current window. The goalkeeper’s move from Lens to Rennes is now expected to proceed, with insiders finding it difficult to envision a scenario where the deal doesn’t come to fruition.

As negotiations resume, both clubs appear motivated to reach an agreement, potentially ending the transfer saga surrounding the experienced goalkeeper.