At RSC Anderlecht, head coach Vitor Bruno granted the players not called up for international duty an eight-day leave period as training resumes next week, placing incoming summer signings under immediate scrutiny. Sports director Antoine Sibierski secured a significant list of newcomers during the final days of the summer transfer window, waiting for certainty regarding European competition this autumn while hunting for the best available deals.
An Eight-Day Respite for the Brussels Squad
The Cost of a Late Transfer Offensive
That late transfer offensive created a challenging sporting dynamic. While the season was already several weeks underway, Bruno had to integrate multiple new players on the fly, costing valuable preparation time. The extended international break offered a timely window for the Brussels club to regroup, with non-internationals receiving a well-deserved week of rest before sessions resume with a limited squad.
Roméo Amane Faces Early Pressure
The temporary absence of national team players allows Bruno to focus deeply on individual instruction, a necessary step for several recent arrivals. Among them is Ivorian midfielder Roméo Amane, who joined the club for a reported fee of approximately 5 million euros as the most expensive acquisition of the recent mercato. Amane has experienced a difficult start, appearing as a substitute against KV Mechelen before earning a starting spot against Olympique Lyon, where a poor first half led to his substitution at halftime.
Tactical Adaptation Ahead of League Return
With the 23-year-old midfielder needing time to adapt to Bruno’s tactical principles, the international break arrives at a critical juncture. Given his significant transfer fee, the club expects Amane to develop into a regular starter in the central midfield rotation as Anderlecht prepares for the resumption of league fixtures.
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