Barely saved in extremis from relegation, Stade Rennais does not waste time. Under the leadership of Habib Beye, the coach who straightened the bar (12ᵉ, 29 pts), management is already planning an ambitious reconstruction. Objective: to target Europe in 2025-2026. To achieve this, the Bretons bet on a targeted recruitment, with an absolute priority: a caliber striker.
An ambitious transfer window to restore the coat of arms
According to the Young Foteux site, the Nice jewelry Evann Guessand (23) is at the top of the list. The Ivorian international, author of 11 goals in Ligue 1 this season, embodies the dream profile for Beye: fast, powerful and decisive. A bet at 35M €, sum required by the OGC Nice, which could complicate the situation. Especially since the gym, in the race for Europe, does not intend to sell off its jewel.
A high risk duel for Rennes
To seduce Guessand, the club will have to play on several tables: a credible sports project, with guarantees of playing time. A competitive wage offer, despite a tight budget. And finally, Beye's persuasion force. But the competition is tough. Several English and German clubs also follow the player, ready to overcome.
Habib Beye will have to be very persuasive.
Faced with these obstacles, Rennes keeps an alternative: Franjo Ivanovic (25), scorer of the Union Saint-Gilloise. With 16 goals and 7 assists in Jupiler Pro League, the Croatian offers an attractive value for money (15M €). A less media profile, but perfect for a club wishing to limit risks.
Beye and Rennes: daring bet or genius?
Whether they opt for Guessand or Ivanovic, the Bretons send a strong signal. After months of turbulence, the Roazhon Park wants to find its aura. With a determined coach and investors ready to take out the checkbook, summer promises to be explosive …
