Paulo Fonseca has staunchly defended his decision to field a heavily rotated Lyon side following their comprehensive 3-0 Europa League defeat at Hoffenheim. The Portuguese coach opted to rest several key starters in Germany, prioritising the upcoming domestic summit against Paris Saint-Germain.
Captain Nicolai Remberg is facing a lengthy spell on the sidelines. After the Hanseatic side's 3-2 win at TSG Hoffenheim, much suggests the midfielder has suffered a serious injury.
Belgium Under-21 international Nathan de Cat of Hoffenheim has explained to Bild why he turned down offers from apparently interested top clubs such as Borussia Dortmund and Stuttgart.
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