Olivier Giroud Extends LOSC Deal, Ian Cathro Hired

On Monday, 8 June, Olivier Giroud extended his contract with LOSC by one season. Ian Cathro was appointed head coach of AS Saint-Étienne. Divock Origi announced his retirement. Real Madrid is reported to have made a €150 million offer for Julian Alvarez, with Atlético Madrid allegedly willing to sell the Argentine striker for the amount mentioned by Florentino Pérez. Ibrahima Konaté is said to have agreed a deal to join Real Madrid until 2030, with an announcement expected soon. Jean-Philippe Mateta could move to AC Milan before the World Cup, a transfer linked to his Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner. José Mourinho reportedly approved Toni Rüdiger’s contract extension. Real Madrid is also linked to possible sales of Camavinga and Federico Valverde this summer. Michel Der Zakarian may return to FC Nantes. Aston Villa is claimed to have submitted a €55 million bid to Como for Martin Baturina, while the Italian club reportedly demands €80 million. OM is set to sign Strasbourg defender Sacha Lung, and Esteban Lepaul is expected to extend his contract with Rennes and receive a significant pay rise.