By signing at the Lensois rival, Florian Thauvin reopened a scar never really closed. Lille supporters have no short memory.
There are signatures that matter more than others. That of Florian Thauvin at the RC Lens is of this caliber.
Revealed by The teamthe news had the effect of a bomb in the north. On the one hand, the enthusiasm of Lensois supporters, delighted to welcome an experienced world champion to energize their attack. On the other, the cold anger of Lille fans. Because before becoming a hero in Marseille, Thauvin was the actor of one of the greatest fiascos in recent LOSC history.
Thauvin in Lens: a transfer that relaunches the rivalry
Twelve years have passed, but no one has forgotten. In 2013, the LOSC recruited the young and promising Florian Thauvin, before lending it to Bastia. But in the meantime, the player explodes, his wage requirements too, and OM enters dance. A terrible showdown follows. Thauvin will go as far as the strike to force his departure in Marseille, without ever having worn the Lille jersey in an official match.
An episode experienced as absolute betrayal by the club and its supporters.
This liabilities heavy with meaning makes its signature in the Lensois rival even more spicy. It is more than a transfer, it is a provocation. Lille supporters did not wait to let him know.
As reported La Voix du Nordsocial networks have ignited when the news was announced. The messages are clear: the next Derby at the Pierre-Mauroy stadium will not be a match like the others for him. “Courage to him for the return”, we can read, an ironic formula which speaks volumes about the welcome which will be reserved for him.
Thauvin finds Ligue 1… through the hottest door
An already electric derby
We know the song in football: betrayals never really forget. Especially when they concern the honored neighbor. By choosing Lens, Thauvin knew very well that he was throwing oil on the fire. He has not only joined a club, he joined “the enemy”. This choice will exacerbate a rivalry already at its climax. “It will be incredible,” already have fun supporters. The atmosphere promises to be electric, not to say volcanic.
The calendar is already checked. The next derby in Lille, scheduled for Easter weekend, will be the scene of these “reunion”. Thauvin will be at the center of all attentions, from all the hoots. It's the game, and he knows it. By signing in Lens, he has not only accepted a new sporting challenge. He also agreed to become the number one public enemy of an entire stadium. Hell is promised to him. It remains to be seen if he will face it.
