Arsenal hold talks with Strasbourg’s De Maesschalck over academy role
The Gunners are seeking a successor to Per Mertesacker and have held discussions with the Belgian, who previously oversaw youth development at AS Monaco.
Ligue 1
Julien Lachuer appointed Brest manager following Eric Roy’s death
Julien Lachuer has been named Stade Brestois manager on a two-year contract, succeeding Eric Roy who died last week aged 58. The appointment comes as the Ligue 1 club faces significant off-field uncertainty.
Lyon and Marseille hit with DNCG sanctions over financial breaches
Ligue 1 giants Lyon and Marseille have received sanctions from French football’s financial watchdog following record losses and budgetary concerns.
Lille agree personal terms with NEC winger Başar Önal
Lille have agreed personal terms with NEC Nijmegen’s Başar Önal, though the French club must still negotiate a €7m fee with the Dutch side to complete the transfer.
Ouattara Agrees Beşiktaş Terms as Monaco Negotiate €10m Move
Kassoum Ouattara has reportedly agreed personal terms with Beşiktaş JK, though AS Monaco are yet to finalise negotiations with the Turkish club over a proposed €10 million transfer.
Hull City in Advanced Talks to Sign Lille Defender Thomas Meunier
Hull City are in advanced negotiations to sign Belgium international Thomas Meunier when his Lille contract expires this month. The 34-year-old right-back played 35 games last season.
Lemaître Undergoes Medical as Rennes Close In on Troyes Deal
Goalkeeper Nicolas Lemaître has reportedly started medical examinations as Stade Rennais edge towards signing him from ESTAC Troyes. The 29-year-old is set to serve as backup to Brice Samba.
Reims close to signing Hartberg goalkeeper Hülsmann in €3m deal
Stade de Reims are on the verge of securing Austrian Bundesliga’s goalkeeper of the season Tom Ritzy Hülsmann from TSV Hartberg for between €2.5 million and €3 million.
Newcastle weigh up Fernandez-Pardo move after Munoz blow
Newcastle United are considering a bid for Lille’s Matias Fernandez-Pardo after losing Victor Munoz to Liverpool, with Aston Villa also monitoring the Belgian international.
Lyon set to avoid DNCG sanctions after financial turnaround
Olympique Lyonnais expect to avoid sanctions from the DNCG following improved financial stability under president Michelle Kang, reversing their previous relegation threat.