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Lorient rejects offer to sign Anthony Martial this summer

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 9:20 AM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Lorient rejects offer to sign Anthony Martial this summer

Summary

FC Lorient declined the opportunity to sign former Manchester United forward Anthony Martial during the summer transfer window. Sporting director Laurent Koscielny confirmed the decision in an interview with Ouest-France, stating that the club was offered between 400 and 450 players. Despite Martial being a notable name, his profile did not align with Lorient's new strategy to recruit players with strong resale value and potential Premier League appeal. Martial, a free agent after his time at CF Monterrey, is reportedly being considered by Malaga in La Liga.

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By the Numbers

•Lorient turned down the chance to sign Anthony Martial this summer.
•Laurent Koscielny cited over 400 players offered during the transfer window.
•The decision is part of Lorient's new strategy for player recruitment.
•Martial is currently a free agent after his stint at CF Monterrey.
•He may be heading to Malaga in La Liga.

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FC Lorient rejected the chance to sign former Manchester United forward Anthony Martial (30) this summer, as sporting director Laurent Koscielny told Ouest-France.The former France international is cu...
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