A return to Ligue 1 is offered to Steve Mounié

While the Beninese has struggled since his signing in the Bundesliga, an opportunity to return home presents itself to him.

In search of relaunch after a complicated start to the season in the Bundesliga, Steve Mounié could consider a return to Ligue 1. The international striker Beninesewho joined FC Augsburg this summer after the end of his contract with Brest, has not yet managed to establish himself at his new club. In 10 appearances in the German championship, the 30-year-old has not scored a single goal, a disappointing record for this striker renowned for his power and efficiency in opposing areas.

Having left to take on a challenge in Germany, a second experience abroad (after Huddersfield in England), the striker had nevertheless declined a contract extension offered by Brest, which guaranteed him participation in the Champions League. A career choice which today turns out to be complicated, especially since the adaptation to german footballmore physical and demanding, did not go as hoped. With the winter break in full swing, the future of the Benin international in Augsburg is now uncertain.

Angers dreams of offensive reinforcement

According to Foot Marketthe SCO of Angers, currently 14th in Ligue 1, is closely following the situation of the former Montpellier scorer. In search of maintenance, the SCO would seek to strengthen its offensive sector and plans to request the loan of Steve Mounié for the second part of the season.

For Angers, attracting an experienced striker like Steve Mounié would represent a golden opportunity. With a total of 162 matches and 44 goals in Ligue 1 between his spells at Montpellier and Brest, the Beninese international is a seasoned player, capable of weighing on defenses and providing a valuable anchor point in attack.

A possible loan?

The option of a loan is mentioned, which would allow the SCO to minimize financial risks while taking advantage of the qualities of the former Brest scorer.

For the Cheetah, this return to Ligue 1 could be the ideal opportunity to relaunch a career damaged by a complicated experience abroad.

Furthermore, Steve Mounié remains a key element of the Beninese selection, qualified for the next CANwith 55 caps and 18 goals. At 30, he still has time to give momentum to his career, and a challenge like that of Angers, engaged in a fight for survival, could offer him the ideal setting to find freshness.