Strasbourg Complete €10m Signing of Vitória SC Midfielder Diogo Sousa
RC Strasbourg Alsace have announced their first summer acquisition with the signing of Portuguese midfielder Diogo Sousa from Vitória SC for a reported fee of €10 million.
Ligue 1
Eintracht Frankfurt Lead Chase for Saint-Étienne Starlet N’Guessan as Tottenham Lurk
Eintracht Frankfurt are reportedly in advanced negotiations to sign Saint-Étienne’s teenage striker Djylian N’Guessan, though Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur remain keen on the 17-year-old sensation.
Alexandre Dujeux Favourite to Take Over as New FC Lorient Manager
Former Angers boss Alexandre Dujeux has emerged as the leading candidate to take over at FC Lorient following Olivier Pantaloni’s departure. The Frenchman left Angers this week after successfully keeping them in Ligue 1 for two seasons.
Arsenal Target PSG Youth Captain Mbemba After Champions League Heartbreak
Arsenal are plotting a move for Paris Saint-Germain academy captain Emmanuel Mbemba following their Champions League final defeat, with plans to loan the 18-year-old defender abroad if the deal succeeds.
Philippe Montanier to Leave AS Saint-Étienne After Play-off Heartbreak
AS Saint-Étienne will part ways with manager Philippe Montanier after failing to secure promotion to Ligue 1. The French club suffered a heavy play-off defeat to OGC Nice, ending their top-flight hopes.
Rennes Tie Down Ligue 1 Top Scorer Estéban Lepaul Until 2030
Stade Rennais FC have secured the long-term future of Ligue 1 golden boot winner Estéban Lepaul with a new contract until 2030, rejecting interest from major European clubs.
West Ham Brace for Kanté Exit as Ligue 1 Clubs Circle Relegated Hammers
West Ham United are preparing for a summer exodus after relegation, with 20-year-old midfielder Mohamadou Kanté attracting strong interest from Ligue 1 clubs valued at £15-20 million.
Newcastle United and Strasbourg Compete for PSG Youngster Pierre Mounguengue
Premier League side Newcastle United have entered the race to sign Paris Saint-Germain academy striker Pierre Mounguengue, challenging Ligue 1 club Strasbourg for the 18-year-old’s signature.
Lorient Eye Nancy for Manager Role as French Coach Eyes Ligue 1 Return
FC Lorient have identified Wilfried Nancy as their leading candidate for the manager’s role after Olivier Pantaloni’s exit, with the French coach keen on a return to Ligue 1.
Will Still Poised for Shock Auxerre Return as Pélissier Faces Axe
Anglo-Belgian coach Will Still is set to take charge at AJ Auxerre, replacing Christophe Pélissier in a surprise Ligue 1 managerial change.