Lorient has officially released Laurent Abergel, a 33-year-old French defensive midfielder who joined the club in July 2019. His contract was initially under contract with Lorient until June 2029 with an additional year as an option. During the 2025/2026 Ligue 1 season, Abergel made 28 appearances and scored one goal. In a communiqué, Abergel stated that for personal reasons, he decided to give a new direction to his career.