Rennes predicted XI vs Lens: Jota injured, Naouirou Ahamada debuts

Jota set to miss Lens clash due to injury

Rennes will be without forward Jérémy Doku for their Ligue 1 clash with Lens on Sunday. The Belgian winger has been ruled out with a muscle injury, and is expected to be sidelined for several weeks.

Doku's absence is a blow to Rennes, who have been in good form this season. They are currently third in Ligue 1, and have won their last three matches in all competitions.

Ahamada to make Rennes debut

In Doku's absence, 19-year-old midfielder Naouirou Ahamada is set to make his Rennes debut. Ahamada joined the club from VfB Stuttgart in the summer, and has impressed in pre-season.

Ahamada is a talented young midfielder, who is known for his passing ability and defensive work rate. He is expected to slot into the Rennes midfield alongside Benjamin Bourigeaud and Baptiste Santamaria.

Lens looking to end Rennes run

Lens will be looking to end Rennes' winning run when the two teams meet on Sunday. Lens are currently eighth in Ligue 1, and have won their last two matches.

Lens have a good record against Rennes, having won four of their last six meetings. They will be confident of getting a result at Roazhon Park on Sunday.

Predicted Rennes lineup

* Goalkeeper: Steve Mandanda * Defenders: Hamari Traoré, Joe Rodon, Warmed Omari, Adrien Truffert * Midfielders: Naouirou Ahamada, Benjamin Bourigeaud, Baptiste Santamaria * Forwards: Martin Terrier, Gaëtan Laborde, Kamaldeen Sulemana

Predicted Lens lineup

* Goalkeeper: Brice Samba * Defenders: Facundo Medina, Kevin Danso, Massadio Haïdara, Jimmy Cabot * Midfielders: Jean Onana, Seko Fofana, David Costa * Forwards: Wesley Saïd, Florian Sotoca, Arnaud Kalimuendo