Esteban Lepaul, who ended last season as Ligue 1’s leading goalscorer, says his ultimate ambition is to play in the Champions League. The 26-year-old Rennes forward, whose form has sparked talk of a possible France call-up, is currently focused on helping his club perform well in the Europa League this season.
What are Lepaul’s ambitions for this season?
Lepaul wants to build on his breakout campaign by continuing to score goals and helping Rennes climb higher in French football. He has expressed particular excitement about facing new opposition in the Europa League, a competition he is preparing to experience for the first time in his career.
Beyond this season, the striker has made clear that reaching Europe’s premier club competition remains his defining goal.
The Champions League is my number one dream, Lepaul said of his long-term ambitions.
Why is Lepaul being talked about for the France national team?
Lepaul’s rise to become Ligue 1’s top scorer last season has fueled speculation among pundits and fans about a potential future call-up to the French national team. While no official selection has been made, his goal-scoring form has placed him among the players drawing increased attention heading into the new campaign.
What does this mean for Rennes’ season?
Rennes will be counting on Lepaul to replicate, or even surpass, his title-winning goal tally as the club competes on multiple fronts, including its Europa League campaign. His stated desire to keep improving suggests he sees this season as a stepping stone toward higher personal and team ambitions, including a possible future push for Champions League qualification.
