Adrien Thomasson will join Rennes when his contract with RC Lens expires at the end of June, according to reports from Le Parisien, confirmed by So Foot. The midfielder played his 127th and final match for Lens against Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday, receiving a standing ovation from the home crowd at Bollaert.
Thomasson departs Lens after four seasons with the club, where he served as captain. The move to Rennes represents a return to a familiar environment for the 32-year-old, as he previously played for Nantes earlier in his career, spending time on the banks of the Erdre before a lengthy spell with Strasbourg exceeding 150 appearances. Rennes have recently signed former Nantes players Quentin Merlin and Valentin Rongier, continuing a trend of recruiting from the club.
This transfer reunites Thomasson with former Lens teammates Brice Samba and manager Franck Haise at Rennes. He will be looking to contribute to Rennes’ ambitions in Ligue 1, having established himself as a consistent performer in midfield for Lens. During his time at Lens, Thomasson became a key figure, demonstrating leadership qualities and a strong work ethic.
The move offers Thomasson a new challenge as he enters the next phase of his career. For Rennes, the acquisition provides an experienced and proven midfielder to bolster their squad. The club will hope Thomasson’s leadership and technical ability will be valuable assets as they compete in both domestic and European competitions.
