The anticipated arrival of Togolese midfielder Alexys Romao at Olympique de Marseille has been seen as a positive move for the player, who is currently participating in the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) in South Africa. However, the same cannot be said for Lorient, his current club, which now needs to consider finding a replacement.
Lorient’s coach, Christian Gourcuff, expressed regret about the departure of the defensive midfielder, acknowledging that it would be a significant loss for the club. Gourcuff mentioned that he had prepared for Romao’s departure and viewed the move to OM as a promotion for the player. He also noted that Romao had gained importance at Lorient since his arrival in June, one year from the end of his contract.
While recognizing the impact of transfers on clubs, Gourcuff emphasized the need for teams to adapt to such situations, given the existence of the transfer window. Romao’s departure represents a challenge for Lorient, but it’s a common aspect of the football landscape.
