Alaixys Romao – FC Lorient (2012-2013)

Here's a beautiful collector's item from the heyday of Les Merlus in Ligue 1. This match worn jersey was sported by the tough and tireless Togolese international midfielder Alaixys Romao during the 2012-2013 season, playing for FC Lorient.

Season Context: Les Merlus' Beautiful Game in the Spotlight

Under the guidance of Christian Gourcuff, FC Lorient charmed all of France with its famous 4-4-2 system and polished possession football. Les Merlus delivered high-quality performances at the Stade du Moustoir, establishing themselves as a thorn in the side of the league's top teams. During this first half of the season, the Breton club challenged the big names and offered flamboyant attacking play, comfortably settling into the top half of the Ligue 1 table. Lorient's midfield proved to be a true hub, perfectly combining aggressive ball recovery with clean forward passing, which became the signature and success of Les Merlus that season.

Alaixys Romao: The Boss and Regulator of Lorient's Midfield

A defensive midfielder with an impressive work rate, constant physical impact, and natural leadership, Alaixys Romao was the true engine and first line of defense in Gourcuff's system. Essential and indispensable during this first half of the season before his winter departure for Olympique de Marseille, he stabilized the Breton block and dominated the Ligue 1 midfield. Worn in the heart of intense league battles, this official jersey features all the Ligue 1 patches and professional flocking of the era, while retaining the marks of the pitch. An essential collector's item for any enthusiast.