A declaration announcing several arrivals?

In a context of a rise in Ligue 1, Ivan Gazidisthe president of AS Saint-Étienne, wanted to reassure supporters about the club's ambitions for the next summer transfer window. During a meeting with the local media before the match against FC Nantes, Gazidis clearly expressed his desire to “seek to improve the team” and to be “active” on the transfer market.

A necessary adaptation to Ligue 1

Recognizing that “the rise to L1 was a very good surprise”, Gazidis stressed the importance of being “reagent” facing this new challenge. Although mistakes may have been made, the manager assures that the club “work hard” to adapt. Harmony between the different stakeholders, from technical staff to management, is presented as a major asset in this reconstruction phase.

An offensive and ambitious game advocated

The arrival of the new coach Eirik Horneland seems to be a centerpiece of this strategy. Gazidis emphasizes the importance of “attacking, ambitious game” pour “bring the public” and give back “pride” to the supporters. The development of young players in the squad is also a stated priority, with a view to sustainable progression. Hornland is described as a coach who “believes a lot in themselves”.

Adjustments to come

Despite these stated ambitions, Gazidis remains lucid and announces that “adjustments” will be needed within the squad during the next summer transfer window. These comments confirm previous statements by Hornlandsuggesting a summer animated on the transfer front for the Greens.