If Eirik Horneland has already imposed his paw on AS Saint-Étienne against Stade de Reims (3-1), Benjamin Bouchouari (23) has once again shown off his progress in midfield. Leaders have noticed.
At AS Saint-Etienne, there is more or almost only for Eirik Horneland. Barely arrived on the Greens bench, replacing Olivier Dall’Oglio who was sidelined after another defeat at Toulouse, the Norwegian technician has given a new face to a team that has been moribund so far this season. If several ASSE players displayed an honorable level against Stade de Reims, Saturday at Geoffroy-Guichard (3-1), one of them remained true to himself: Benjamin Bouchouari (23 years old) .
The Bouchouari case become urgent?
After a shaky start and a false start this summer, the Moroccan has gained momentum. With Dall’Oglio, who partnered him with Louis Mouton in midfield, then with Horneland who confirmed him in a playmaker role. Today, it is Bouchuari the real custodian of the Greens’ game and the leaders have noticed this. “The Saint-Etienne leaders know that Bouchouari is a centerpiece of their project,” believes Peuple Vert. Particularly appreciated internally, ASSE intends to rely on it in the medium term. It remains to be seen whether the club will succeed in convincing him to extend his contract and continue the adventure in Forez. »
Linked to the Forézien club until June 2026, Bouchouari feels good at ASSE but several clubs have noticed him in recent weeks. And if his future performances resemble the match played against Reims, the competition could be tough. To be continued.
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