Rennes Predicted XI v Montpellier: Jota Could Make Debut from the Bench

Rennes Team News

Rennes will be without suspended midfielder Baptiste Santamaria for their Ligue 1 clash with Montpellier on Sunday. The 27-year-old picked up a red card in last weekend's 3-1 defeat to Lyon.

Defender Warmed Omari is also a doubt for the game after suffering a knock in training this week. Benjamin Bourigeaud and Xeka are both expected to return to the starting lineup after being rested for the midweek Coupe de France defeat to Nice.

Montpellier Team News

Montpellier will be without suspended defender Nicolas Cozza for the trip to Rennes. The 23-year-old was sent off in last weekend's 1-0 win over Troyes.

Midfielder Jordan Ferri is also a doubt for the game after picking up a knock in training this week. Stephy Mavididi is expected to start up front for Montpellier after scoring the winning goal against Troyes.

Predicted Rennes XI

Mandanda Traore, Rodon, Theate, Truffert Bourigeaud, Xeka Majer Gouiri, Kalimuendo, Terrier

Predicted Montpellier XI

Omlin Sambia, Esteve, Jullien, Maouassa Ferri, Chotard Mavididi, Savanier, Nordin Wahi