Stade Rennais FC is looking to strengthen its defense by letting go of Lilian Brassier. However, the central defender is determined to continue his career in Brittany. The club wants to reduce its defensive options and is targeting the departures of Frenchman Lilian Brassier and Alidu Seidu. Problem is, the former Brest player feels perfectly at home in Brittany and refuses to budge during the summer transfer window. Stade Rennais FC' defensive sector is suffocating under the number of options. With the recent signing of Charlie Cresswell for 25 million euros, Franck Haise is now aligning six central defenders. Among them are Cresswell, Rouault, Ait Boudlal, Oliveira, Seidu and Brassier. Too many options are killing the balance. Stade Rennais must sell. Lilian Brassier has made his decision. He wants to stay despite the tough competition. Arrived during the winter transfer window of 2025, the former Marseille player does not see any departure on the horizon, a stance confirmed by journalist Sébastien Denis. His salary demands and personal desires are blocking any negotiations. Only an XXL offer could change his mind. The dossier of Alidu Seidu is just as complex. Under contract until 2029, the 26-year-old defender has a solid reputation thanks to his versatility. Stade Rennais FC hopes for offers, but time is against the Breton direction. Unless a convincing offer, the two defenders could remain in Brittany despite the club's desire to reduce its defensive options.