Samuel Hurray remained in the hearts of the fans Lecce and Salento remained in the heart of Umtiti. A year ago the French defender’s loan adventure in Italy ended, as he returned to his homeland at Lille. It hasn’t been a simple season for the world champion, once again plagued by injuries. He may soon see the light at the end of the tunnel, however.
The perfect season in the Giallorossi
Having returned as a protagonist after three difficult seasons, he experienced a second youth in Salento and physical problems gave him respite. He played 25 games, 24 of which were from the first minute, actively participating in the Giallorossi’s salvation campaign. His arrival in Brindisi in front of hundreds of fans was unforgettable, as was his farewell at the stadium in Lecce-Bologna.
The unlucky year with Lille
In the summer he terminated his contract with Barcelona early, signing as a free agent with Lille, the fourth-placed club in France which took part in the UEFA Conference League. Samuel Umtiti’s season didn’t go well: two injuries kept him away from the pitch for several weeks. Specifically, first a head injury and then a knee problem for which he underwent surgery. Between league and European competitions, he has played 11 games this season, of which 7 have started. This week he completed the rehabilitation program in a French clinic. And now…
The return to Via del Mare
The French champion is enjoying a few hours of relaxation in Salento. Samuel Umtiti has returned to Lecce almost a year after the last time and, according to the information received by our editorial team, tomorrow he will be at the Via del Mare stadium for the match between Gotti’s team and Palladino’s. A crucial match for the home team’s path to salvation.
