Replacing Anthony Lopes on Sunday, during the 32nd final won by Lyon against Pontarlier (0-3), Rémy Riou is preparing to leave the Rhone club.
Astonished looks were exchanged this Sunday, when Rémy Riou replaced Anthony Lopes. When the 87th minute of the Coupe de France round of 32 match between Pontarlier and Olympique Lyonnais was reached, the replacement goalkeeper came into play in place of his teammate. The reason was given a little later by Pierre Sage. It was a nod to the thirty-six-year-old veteran who should leave OL very soon.
A few minutes of play in the form of homage and thanks to Rémy Riou. In comments relayed by The Team, the Lyon coach therefore explained his action. “ The locker room, knowing his situation and what is at stake for him, worked to make it happen like this. Obviously, we went their way. When someone deserves to be taken care of, it’s important to do so, especially when it’s their teammates who are asking for it. »
Departure almost complete
For his part, Rémy Riou confirmed to the media that his departure was “ almost imminent “. And to specify: “ For the moment, I can’t tell you, I don’t know yet where I’m going. But I’m about to leave. »
