Lorient bid for Nice midfielder Bernardeau amid Abergel swap talks
FC Lorient have submitted a bid for OGC Nice’s Gabin Bernardeau. The move could coincide with captain Laurent Abergel’s expected switch to the Allianz Riviera.
Ligue 1
Ansu Fati Joins Monaco Permanently in €11m Transfer from Barcelona
AS Monaco have secured Ansu Fati on a permanent deal worth €11 million, rewarding the forward’s impressive revival during the 2025-26 campaign.
Malang Sarr leaves RC Lens after contract expiry
The 27-year-old defender departs Les Sang et Or following a season in which he made 39 appearances, joining a growing list of high-profile exits from the French club.
Eliaquim Mangala retires from football and joins Saint-Étienne backroom staff
Former Manchester City defender Eliaquim Mangala has retired from professional football at the age of 35. The former France international has immediately joined the backroom staff at AS Saint-Étienne.
Aston Villa in talks with Toulouse over £20m-rated goalkeeper Restes
Aston Villa have held discussions with representatives of Toulouse goalkeeper Guillaume Restes as they search for a successor to Emiliano Martinez. The 21-year-old France youth international is valued at £20 million by his club.
Liam Rosenior set to take Paris FC helm on 42nd birthday
Former Chelsea and Strasbourg coach Liam Rosenior is expected to sign a two-year deal with Paris FC on Thursday, replacing Antoine Kombouaré after negotiations stalled.
Rennes Open Talks to Extend Franck Haise’s Contract
Rennes have begun discussions to extend head coach Franck Haise’s contract, sporting director Loïc Désiré has confirmed. The manager has won eight of twelve league games since his winter return.
Rennes in talks to sign Sunderland forward Mayenda for €25m
Stade Rennais are negotiating with Sunderland over Eliezer Mayenda. The English club value the 21-year-old Spain youth international at €25 million.
Monaco agree deal to sign Metz defender Sadibou Sané
AS Monaco have reached an agreement to sign Senegal international Sadibou Sané from FC Metz. The 21-year-old will undergo a medical before signing a five-year deal reportedly worth €10 million including bonuses.
Toulouse reject Hull City’s €15.4m bid for Emersonn
Toulouse FC have turned down a €15.4 million offer from Hull City for Brazilian forward Emersonn, holding out for a fee closer to their €25m valuation.