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AS Monaco's academy focuses on international expansion amid Ligue 1 challenges

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Last updated Sep 30, 2026

AS Monaco's academy focuses on international expansion amid Ligue 1 challenges

Summary

AS Monaco’s Academy Director Sébastien Muet discussed the club's commitment to player development and internationalization during a recent interview. Amid financial struggles across Ligue 1 due to declining TV revenue, Monaco aims to maintain a strong player-trading model while enhancing its academy. Notable recent transfers include Maghnes Akliouche to PSG for €50m and Aladji Bamba to Newcastle for €35m. The academy is focusing on international talent, with 23% of players representing their national teams. Recent recruitment includes German manager Dennis Schmitt for the Groupe Élite, reflecting Monaco's aim for a diverse future.

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Latest Updates

•Ligue 1 faces financial strains due to reduced TV revenues.
•Maghnes Akliouche became Monaco's second most expensive academy sale.
•23% of academy players have national team call-ups.
•Monaco aims for 30% of first-team players to be academy products.
•Dennis Schmitt is hired to strengthen the academy's international approach.

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7:50 AMYahoo Sports — Exclusive | AS Monaco’s Academy Director on internationalisation, patience, Premier League-tailored products, and calm amid French football’s financial storm

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There is no hiding that times are hard in Ligue 1. Purse strings have been tightened amid the financial crisis, brought on by plummeting TV rights revenues. Only a few clubs are immune. Most are relia...
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