an Algerian international coveted by ASSE?

Second worst defense in Ligue 1 after Montpellier HSC, AS Saint-Etienne, which has just taken five on the pitch at Stade Rennais, will have to strengthen its defensive sector during the winter transfer window. Depending on opportunities, a central defender and a full-back could be recruited.

And obviously, ASSE recruiters have set their sights on the MLS. While in mid-November there was talk of interest in Adilson Malanda, a 23-year-old French defender playing for Charlotte FC, the Greens are also reportedly eyeing another MLS player.

According to the X ASSE Forever account, AS Saint-Etienne would be interested in Mohamed Farsi. A starter for the American franchise Columbus, the 24-year-old full-back/right piston completed a very good season with 4 goals and 6 assists in 40 games.

Called up for the first time with the Algerian selection last September, Mohamed Farsi is considered a sure bet in his position in MLS. Under contract until 2027 in Columbus, Farsi is valued at 2 million euros by the Transfermarkt site. A purely indicative amount, because it is unlikely that it can be sold at this price.

Note that AS Saint-Etienne would also have checked the name of Juan Mosquera. Another player playing in MLS, and more precisely in Portland.