Rennes

Merlin registered two shots (one on goal), 17 crosses (two accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 2-0 defeat to Lorient.

Samba recorded two saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-0 defeat versus Lorient.

Ait Boudlal is back available after international duty at the AFCON and 100 per cent fit for Saturday's derby against Lorient, coach Habib Beye said in the press conference. "Abdelhamid is back, I give him a hug (smile). He's returning to his daily routine, with a smile, that's great. It was an emotionally intense month for a young player, and we need to be mindful of that. As for his fitness, I have no doubt based on the tests he's done. I think he's at 100%."

Szymanski will now play for Rennes following his departure from Turkish team Fenerbahce, the club announced Thursday.

Merlin recorded two shots (zero on goal), 11 crosses (four accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Le Havre.

Lepaul had five shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Le Havre.

Blas assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Le Havre.

Embolo scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Le Havre.