AS Saint-Étienne faced FC Nantes with a score of 1-1, without new recruits. However, Eirik Horneland and Ivan Gazidis have indicated adjustments to come during this Mercato. Loïc Perrin confirmed that discussions were underway, particularly around Irvin Cardona.
Irvin Cardona, on loan to Espanyol Barcelona, has expressed his desire to leave the Catalan club. Espanyol would have given their agreement for his departure. However, it is with German club Augsburg that negotiations appear complex, as Cardona is still under contract with them.
According to the media Peuple Vert, “ASSE has yet to finalize an agreement with Augsburg, the club with which Cardona remains under contract until June 2027. Negotiations are continuing, as Cardona wants a lasting commitment with the Greens rather than just a six-month loan. The amount of the purchase option remains the main sticking point.”
-Despite these protracted discussions, a rapid outcome is hoped. The player is ready and just waiting for the final green light to join ASSE. It is crucial that the Greens formalize his return before Wednesday evening so that he can play against Auxerre on Friday.
Augsburg had initially set a purchase option for 1.8 million euros this summer during the player's loan to Espanyol. This amount seems to be an obstacle in the current negotiations between ASSE and the German club.
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