Paris 2024 Olympic Games: “We are rather in favor of them going there”, Pierre Sage (Lyon) reassuring concerning the OL players for the Games

Pierre plays it wise regarding sending Lyon players to the Olympics. MAXPPP – SEBASTIEN NOGIER

While Stade Rennais was reluctant about sending players to the Olympic Games, Pierre Sage, the OL coach, was rather supportive this Thursday.

"For a club called Olympique Lyonnais, it would be a shame if the players did not participate in the Olympic Games." Pierre Sage had fun at a press conference, raising the possibility of sending Lyon players there. "We are rather in favor of them going there" announced the 44-year-old coach.

It is true that for several weeks, certain clubs have publicly shown their reluctance. Starting with Real Madrid, and more recently, Stade Rennais, which announced it yesterday, through its Sports Director, Florian Maurice.

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Cherki in the viewfinder

Thierry Henry probably has a few Lyon names in mind. Starting with that of number 18 from Lyon, Rayan Cherki. Coming off some interesting performances in the blue jersey, and having, on numerous occasions, impressed the Bleuets coach. "Who doesn’like seeing Rayan Cherki play football ?", even asked Henry he a few days ago. He will nevertheless have to continue to perform in a club if he plans to see Paris this summer.

In Lyon, Sael Kumbedi (19 years old) or Johan Lepenant (21 years old) are also selectable.