Star defender Rami could leave Lille

Star defender Rami could leave Lille

Published Apr. 6, 2010 2:56 p.m. ET

Lille defender Adil Rami could leave this summer after coach Rudi Garcia announced it may be difficult to keep the star for another season.

The 24-year-old came close to joining Marseille at the start of the season but Lille blocked the sale after losing Michel Bastos to Lyon.

And Garcia admits Les Dogues could struggle to retain his services if other clubs show an interest once more.

He told L'Equipe TV: "He is the only player who could potentially leave.

"Earlier this season he was persuaded to stay because we knew we could have a great season.

"We'll offer him a new project but we know that his departure is possible."

Lille are currently sixth in the table but lie just three points behind joint leaders Lyon, Montpellier and Auxerre.

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