the Blues, big agitators of the transfer window
All heads are on the World Cup now. After their two friendly matches against Ivory Coast (1-2) and Northern Ireland (3-1), the Blues, who have a schedule for the 2026 World Cup that is not the easiest, begin the competition against Senegal on Tuesday June 16. They will be favorites with Spain, England and Argentina, the defending champion. The performances of the Tricolores will also have an impact on the transfer window where many of them are engaged, starting with the goalkeepers. The turmoil caused by the chaotic end of the season at AC Milan would have damaged the confidence of Mike Maignan according to the Italian press, despite a recent extension until 2031. He is not a declared candidate at the start, but will be one to watch.
Brice Samba was described as “untransferable” by Stade Rennais and Robin Risser is not currently the subject of rumors after his good Lens season, but if we push a little further than the selection taken to the United States, Lucas Chevalier will inevitably have to reassess his situation, he who has lost his starting place. In defense, four elements are directly affected by the transfer window, starting with Lucas Hernandez whose position as a substitute at PSG for two seasons now has forced him to ask himself questions, especially two years before the end of his contract. Despite this status, the world champion has never lost the confidence of the coach.
Konaté, already almost from Madrid
Another player involved in this transfer window, Ibrahima Konate. His situation is even well advanced. At the end of his contract at Liverpool, the 27-year-old from Ile-de-France should in all likelihood join Real Madrid. According to our information, a contractual agreement has been reached between the two parties. Will he cross paths with Jules Koundé in Spain? The Barça right-back would like to stay in Catalonia where he is now a locker room executive, only his club is open to a sale in the event of a good offer, especially as its rating remains high on the market. His more irregular performances over the past two years do not work in his favor.
In a completely different register Maxence Lacroix could leave Crystal Palace where he revealed himself, notably thanks to this victory in the Europa League. It will still be necessary to raise €40 million. He was not selected for this World Cup but Benjamin Pavard will also be affected by the transfer window. Returning from his loan to OM, he will probably not stay at Inter. Besiktas showed interest. In the midfield, it’s Manu Kone who should be talked about again this summer. Close to Inter just a year ago, the Roma player is for sale this time, due to the economic situation, and for around €50 million. The Nerazzurri are still placed in this file.
The Olise file is open
Still in Italy, Adrien Rabiot is concerned by the transfer market since the departure of Max Allegri from AC Milan. He could even accompany his former coach to Naples where he is expected. Youssouf Fofanawho played slightly less in this second part of the season, could also leave the Rossoneri two years from the end of his contract. Finally, there are big uncertainties aroundEduardo Camavinga. Author of very bland last months at Real Madrid, the former Rennais is announced to be leaving. The choice of the next coach (José Mourinho?) will be decisive for his continuity or not in the Spanish capital.
Among the offensive players, there are many who will be able to have a change of scenery this summer. We of course think of Maghnes Akliouchestill courted by PSG as we told you recently. Conversely, Bradley Barcolaoften the 4th man in the Parisian attack, could leave. He was sometimes cited at Liverpool and Bayern Munich, where the situation Michael Olise has returned to the forefront. Florentino Pérez makes no secret of it, he would very much like to bring him to Real Madrid. At the end of his contract at Crystal Palace, Jean-Philippe Mateta is necessarily courted. Not selected, cases will need to be monitored Randal Kolo Muanifollowed by Juventus, and Florian Thauvin which sees everyone leaving Lens.
