Abdelhamid Ait Boudlal
REN
Back with club
Ait Boudal (not injury related) was back in training and should resume being an option for Rennes moving forward.
Analysis: Ait Boudal was absent from the last match due to the birth of his child, but has returned to the club, as he was present in training two days ahead of the clash against Marseille. The defender should then be deemed an option again. He started in the first two matches of the season as a center-back and will likely return to that spot immediately.
Out against Angers
Ait Boudlal will not be part of Rennes' squad for Sunday's Ligue 1 clash against Angers as he is expecting the birth of his child, the club announced.
Analysis: Ait Boudlal will miss the contest for personal reasons, temporarily removing an option from Rennes' central defense. Anthony Rouault is expected to step into the starting XI alongside Charlie Cresswell at center-back, with the pair set to anchor the back line in his absence.
Impresses defensively in draw
Ait Boudlal recorded six tackles (four won), eight clearances and one interception in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Paris Saint-Germain.
Analysis: Ait Boudlal delivered a strong defensive performance, leading his side with eight clearances while winning all four of his tackles as PSG applied increasing pressure. The center-back's physicality and reading of the game helped keep PSG scoreless for the opening hour before the visitors eventually fought back. His performance highlighted his value at the heart of the defense, though potential transfer interest could make his situation one to monitor before the window closes.
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