Ciro Immobile set to leave Paris FC this summer

Ciro Immobile will leave Paris FC before the summer transfer window closes, ending his brief stint in the French capital. The Italian striker, who joined Paris FC on a free transfer from Bologna FC in January 2024, will depart despite expressing his desire to remain at the club. Immobile’s contract expires at the end of the season, leaving no pathway for a renewal under current terms. His departure follows a disappointing campaign in Ligue 2, where Paris FC finished in mid-table, failing to mount a serious promotion challenge. The club’s inability to secure a top-half finish has limited Immobile’s opportunities to feature prominently, with limited first-team minutes in recent months. Immobile made 12 appearances for Paris FC across all competitions, scoring once and providing one assist. His lone goal came in a 2-1 victory over AS Nancy on Matchday 24, a rare highlight in an otherwise underwhelming spell. The striker’s relationship with manager has reportedly soured, with conflicting views on fitness and tactical roles shaping his reduced role. Training ground tensions and public comments from club figures have further strained the situation. With Immobile’s contract set to expire, Paris FC faces a dilemma over his future. The club may seek to offload him in the summer rather than risk losing him for free, though no formal discussions with potential suitors have been confirmed. His next destination remains unclear, though Serie B clubs remain a likely option given his experience and familiarity with Italian football. Speculation has linked him with a return to Bologna FC or a move to another second-tier Italian side. Regardless of where he lands, Immobile’s departure marks the end of a short and turbulent chapter in Paris FC’s recent history. The club will now look to rebuild ahead of the 2024-25 season with a fresh attacking outlook.