French club Rennes is reportedly preparing a significant offer, potentially reaching €10 million, for Venezia’s highly versatile defender, Antoine Hainaut. The 24-year-old French player was instrumental in Venezia’s recent promotion to Serie A.
Hainaut initially arrived in Italian football in January 2022, transferring from US Boulogne to Parma for a modest €300,000. Venezia later acquired his services last summer for a mere €550,000. He proved to be a pivotal player in Serie B, contributing significantly to Venezia’s league-winning season and securing their promotion.
Hainaut’s Stellar Season with Venezia
This past season, Hainaut showcased his adaptability and talent, registering five goals and six assists in 37 appearances across Serie B. He demonstrated his versatility by playing in multiple positions, including right-back, central defense, and midfield.
His impressive performances have led to a dramatic increase in his market value. According to French publication Footmercato, Rennes is actively seeking to bring Hainaut back to his native France. The reported €10 million bid represents a substantial sum that Venezia might find difficult to refuse, even with their newfound status in the top flight.
Hainaut’s current contract with Venezia is set to run until June 2028.
English Translation:
Rennes Talent Hainaut Attracting €10m Proposal from Rennes
Rennes are reportedly lining up a €10m offer for versatile Venezia right-back Antoine Hainaut, who just helped the club to promotion into Serie A.
The 24-year-old came to Italian football from US Boulogne in January 2022 with a €300,000 transfer to Parma.
He was then sold to Venezia last summer for just €550,000 and flourished in Serie B, where he helped the Lagunari to promotion by topping the table.
Perfect Season for Hainaut at Venezia
Hainaut contributed five goals and six assists in 37 Serie B games this season, playing in a variety of roles from right-back to central defence and midfield.
His value on the transfer market has now sky-rocketed and Footmercato in France report that Rennes are eager to bring him back to his homeland.
It is even suggested the offer could reach €10m, which would be very hard for Venezia to resist, even after promotion to the top flight.
His current contract with the Stadio Penzo side runs to June 2028.
