AS Saint-Étienne had a complicated first half of the season. Struggling both defense and attack, ASSE have recruited a center-back and center-forward on loan. One of those rookies would like to extend their fun with the Greens beyond this season.
Winter reinforcement pushes for transfer to ASSE
AS Saint-Étienne has bet on Anthony Modeste and Pape Abou Cissé during the last winter transfer window. If the first is far from satisfactory and will leave ASSE, the second meets the expectations of the Greens. The Senegalese central defender quickly established himself as a must-have in the squad of Claude Puel. The Castres technician was looking for an element that could compensate for the departure of Wesley fofana sold to Leicester for a check close to 40 million euros. Since his arrival, Cissé has played 13 games with the Forez club, all as a starter. On loan with an option to buy Saint-Etienne from Olympiakos, the 25-year-old defender is said to have already made up his mind about his future.
Discussions expected for the transfer of Cissé
Green people thus ensures that Pope Abu Cisse would like to stay at AS Saint-Étienne. The Senegalese would have even already expressed his desire to his Greek leaders. He was present during Olympiakos’s meeting against AEK Athens, where he is said to have met with club officials to let them know what he wants. Interested in a permanent transfer of Cissé in the next transfer window, ASSE for their part would like to negotiate a drop in the call option set by the Greek club. This is currently estimated at 13 million euros. A significant amount for the Loire club which is awaiting a new owner. Presidents of Sainté for 15 years, Bernard Caiazzo and Roland romeyer will hand over in the coming months.