Lille’s Predicted Lineup Against Rennes: Bentaleb’s Potential Return and Team Updates

Nabil Bentaleb, who has been sidelined since experiencing a cardiac incident during the off-season, is anticipated to be included in Lille OSC’s squad for their upcoming match against Stade Rennais this Sunday.

The Algerian midfielder has recently rejoined first-team training after receiving medical clearance to resume his professional career. While he has regained fitness, he lacks match practice and might make his comeback as a substitute. However, Lille faces several other player absences for their away game at Rennes.

Samuel Umtiti has also returned to training with the first team but is still some time away from being match-ready. Additionally, Tiago Santos, Rémy Cabella, Matias Fernandez-Pardo, and Edon Zhegorva are unavailable for selection. Coach Bruno Genesio’s side is eager to return to winning form following their unexpected loss to Le Havre AC in the previous week.

Lille’s Probable Starting Lineup vs Rennes:

Lucas Chevalier; Gabriel Gudmundsson, Alexsandro, Bafodé Diakité, Aissa Mandi; Ngal’ayel Mukau, Benjamin André; Osame Sahraoui, Hákon Arnar Haraldsson, Mitchel Bakker; Jonathan David.