RCLens is preparing for its next match at Troyes while the arrival of Thorgan Hazard, returning to his training club after fourteen years of absence, continues to raise questions. The young Belgian defender, who has not yet found his regular place in the rotation, received a message from his coach, Yannick Cahuzac, who reminded him that there is still time to establish himself.
Since the start of the season, Hazard has had limited playing time and must face strong competition within the Lens squad. This situation, far from disturbing the coach, allows him to stay focused on the encouraging elements he observes on a daily basis. In an interview reported by LaVoix du Nord, Cahuzac clarified that the word “disappointment” was too strong to describe Hazard’s debut. He stressed that the player was a professional who trains, that he has areas to improve and that he has already shown interesting qualities after their exchange.
“I think he can bring us this season, like many others. But the term disappointment is a little too early. » said Cahuzac. He added that he looked forward to seeing Hazard progress on the pitch, particularly in the areas he identified for improvement. The coach also insisted that, in a quality group, he must make choices and that Hazard's performance will be evaluated based on his work and his progress.
The next matches will be decisive for the Belgian defender. RCLens, which is seeking to consolidate its defense after recent difficulties, could count on the presence of Hazard for its next confrontations, notably against Troyes. The coach suggested that he would give Hazard a chance to find a place, but that he will have to prove that he can meet the club's demands.
In summary, Yannick Cahuzac clearly indicated that he did not yet judge the start of Thorgan Hazard as a disappointment, but that he expected to see a concrete improvement. The player must seize the opportunities that arise to confirm his progress and contribute to the success of RCLens in future competitions.