Reduced playing time for Djaoui Cisse
“If Djaoui did not come on against Le Havre, it is linked to the configuration of the match. We needed another profile close to the opposing surface. We are satisfied with what he does in training, the level is high in his position and we have to adapt. It will take energy and character to reverse this situation. »
The versatility of Quentin Merlin
“Playing him in the middle is an opportunity given his qualities. Against Le Havre, he showed us his qualities in small spaces, in recovery. The ball that he gives to Estéban, and that Mpasi takes out, is exceptional. Quentin is able to reverse the game, to look for depth with his left foot. I also want him to be more impactful offensively when approaching the opposing goal. He is a very good option in this position, particularly because he loses very few balls. It’s a pleasure to see him adapt as a right piston, as a left piston and in midfield. I particularly found him very good in this position against Lille, helping Lilian Brassier a lot. »
Breel Embolo in power
“Breel is a leader through words and action, he has made his mark in the group. He is a very important player like his goal against Le Havre. Every weekend, I ask myself the question of the offensive association, the best pair to have the most impactful attack. What’s interesting with the profiles we have is that we score in situations where the opponent folds. Breel currently embodies this success. »
Esteban Lepaul
Sharing points with Le Havre
“Our feelings are shared. We didn’t get the result we were hoping for but cold turkey, after analyzing it, we said to ourselves that it was a valuable scratch point with the feeling of having sometimes lacked intensity. »
Heading for the derby
“If we want to continue to exist in this top 6, we have no other choice than to win this match against Lorient. It’s a team in good shape, with this notion of derby. It’s a match to be won over time. We will have to be demanding, efficient, suspicious of their qualities and confident in what we can do to win. »
The negative series against the Merlus
“After a result that is not positive, we must bounce back regardless of the opponent. It will therefore be Lorient and we want to break this bad dynamic against this opponent. »
His last goal against Brest
“Officially it’s only a four-game drought, but of course this scoreless streak doesn’t necessarily make me happy. I am focused on the team’s results, it’s important, you can’t be the only one to shine. I knew it was going to happen, I have to stay confident, keep working so that this pass lasts as short as possible. The team continued to win and that’s the main thing. »
