OGC Nice could turn to Stade Rennais FC defender Alidu Seidu to cover for a serious injury, according to a report from Homme Du Match. This defensive lead emerges as the Red and Blacks just secured a 2-1 win at Angers, a performance analysed by their manager Franck Haise on the club's official website.
Why is OGC Nice targeting Alidu Seidu?
OGC Nice are looking for an immediately available central defender after Antoine Mendy's injury, which rules him out for at least six months. The Nice club can sign a medical joker with the transfer window closed and are exploring several options in France. Homme Du Match reports that Alidu Seidu, under contract with Stade Rennais FC until 2029, is among the names being considered. The 24-year-old Ghanaian defender was not selected for the last matchday against Angers, which drew attention.
Stade Rennais FC' current centre-back pairing consists of Warmed Omari and Arthur Theate, with Christopher Wooh and Jeanuël Belocian also in the squad. Seidu, who joined the club in January 2023, played 21 Ligue 1 Uber Eats matches last season. His situation at Stade Rennais FC, where competition is stiff, could help a loan or departure if a concrete offer materialises.
What were the key points from Franck Haise's analysis after Angers?
Manager Franck Haise praised his team's defensive solidity after the 2-1 win at the Stade Raymond-Kopa, as reported on staderennais.com. "We held firm; we were solid. That's good, we're coming away with the three points," said defender Anthony Rouault, who started the match. Franck Haise highlighted that his team had "another very good start" but acknowledged a lack of precision in the second half.
Stade Rennais FC now have seven points after three matchdays, placing them high in the standings. The Stade Rennais FC goalscorers were Przemysław Frankowski in the 9th minute and an own goal from Jordan Lefort in the 17th. The next challenge for the Bretons is hosting RC Lens at Roazhon Park on 13 September, a match you can find in our fixtures schedule.
Why did Ousmane Dembélé miss PSG's match?
Ousmane Dembélé was not in the Paris Saint-Germain squad for their 2-2 draw against LOSC Lille last week. According to an article by Athlon Sports carried by Yahoo Sports, the French international attacker "was benefiting from a period of rest" in agreement with the Parisian staff. Dembélé had played the first half of PSG's first match of the season, which was against Stade Rennais FC (2-2).
He returned to the squad to face AS Monaco this weekend but started on the bench. This absence against Lille comes after a busy start to the season where the player featured against Aston Villa in the UEFA Super Cup, against RC Lens in the Trophée des Champions, and against the Red and Blacks in the league. PSG will face Slovan Bratislava in the Champions League next week.
What is the current status of Stade Rennais FC' defence?
Stade Rennais FC's defence looks well-established early this season. The centre-back duo of Warmed Omari and Arthur Theate was decisive at Angers. The club can also count on Christopher Wooh, currently with the Cameroonian national team, and young Jeanuël Belocian, a versatile and promising talent. The full list of defenders is available in our squad section.
| Player | Age | Contract until | Matches played 2025/26 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warmed Omari | 25 | 2027 | 28 |
| Arthur Theate | 24 | 2028 | 32 |
| Christopher Wooh | 22 | 2028 | 24 |
| Jeanuël Belocian | 20 | 2027 | 18 |
| Alidu Seidu | 24 | 2029 | 21 |
Stade Rennais FC's next fixture is therefore Matchday 4 of Ligue 1 at home against RC Lens, on Saturday 13 September 2026 at 9:00 PM.
