In an interview with L’Equipe, before an important meeting against OL this Sunday (8:45 p.m.), Gérard Lopez, who reinforces Vladimir Petkovic, assures that he has confidence in his team to raise the bar. But the president of the Girondins expects much more from his players, current 18th in Ligue 1. He is targeting certain executives.
Only two victories on the clock, already 37 goals conceded, and a barrage status before challenging OL this Sunday (8:45 p.m.) at the end of the 17th day of Ligue 1. The current situation of the Girondins de Bordeaux is worrying to say the least. But Gérard Lopez refuses to give in to the sinistrosis, convinced that his group has sufficient weapons to “play the first part of the table”, even if he considers the current classification “unacceptable”, as he explains in an interview given to The team.
He maintains his trust in Petkovic
An interview during which the president of the Girondins, who arrived at the club last summer, does not spare his executives. Asked about the level of Benoît Costil and Laurent Koscielny, he is very clear. While also assuming its share of responsibility. “I don’t think they did the maximum because the team did not do the maximum, neither did the coach and neither did I. Otherwise, we would not be 18th. Today, I am not protecting anyone. and I’m not criticizing anyone. Experienced players must do more, but young people must also make fewer mistakes. We are all below what we are capable of giving, “he says.
Regarding Vladimir Petkovic, Lopez admits having “asked” questions, but ensures that he has “absolute” confidence in him, despite the difficulties displayed by the Bordeaux coach, who is struggling to advance his team. “We saw each other for a long time (Friday), he is always so motivated. (…) You keep a coach because you trust the person, because you have a project and you think that it corresponds to this project- I don’t even think so, I’m sure, “explains Lopez, who also wants to be reassuring about the financial health of the Girondins, with a budget” almost complete for next season “.
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