Rennes issued an official statement today, Thursday, clarifying the situation of former Benfica midfielder Nemanja Matic, who, according to the French club, “missed the last training sessions” without any justification. Remember, the player has expressed his intention to leave the club during this closed season, but it is also possible that he could take over. The decision to hang up the shoes nowTo end his career at the age of 35 years. “Rennes midfielder, Nemanja Matic, did not attend the last training sessions with the professional team. This behavior is absolutely incomprehensible for an experienced player who has a contract until 2025,” it can be read on the club's official website.

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Recall that Matic arrived at Rennes in August last year after leaving Jose Mourinho's Roma for €2.5 million.

Read Ren's full statement:

“Rennes midfielder, Nemanja Matic, did not attend the last training sessions with the professional team.

This behavior is completely incomprehensible for an experienced player who is under contract until 2025

Given its natural sensitivity to the safety of its players, the Club would like to highlight that all procedures necessary for the successful integration of Nemanja Matic and his entourage have been implemented with full transparency.

Rennes has always done its best to provide its players, especially foreigners, with the best possible conditions so that they can express their talent on the pitch.

“Rennes is now awaiting the player's clarifications and is determined to take the necessary measures to protect his interests.”