AS Monaco prepares for Folarin Balogun sale, targets new strikers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 12:20 PM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
AS Monaco is bracing for the sale of Folarin Balogun this summer following his impressive performances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The club, having missed out on UEFA Champions League football next season, has established a striker shortlist in anticipation of Balogun's exit. Among the targets is AJ Auxerre’s Lassine Sinayoko, though he aims for a Premier League move. Mathis Abline remains a focus after Monaco's first bid of €15m was rejected. A third unnamed striker currently playing abroad is also on the list.
- •AS Monaco anticipates Folarin Balogun's transfer this summer.
- •Balogun's performances at the World Cup have attracted interest.
- •Monaco targets Lassine Sinayoko, Mathis Abline, and an unnamed striker.
- •A €15m bid for Abline was previously rejected by FC Nantes.
- 12:20 PMYahoo Sports — AS Monaco draw up striker shortlist in anticipation of Folarin Balogun sale
"AS Monaco are anticipating the sale of Folarin Balogun this summer. Even prior to his strong performances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with the USMNT, interest was expected and the Principality club, wh...
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