Monaco confirm interest in Erik Lira following failed summer transfer

AS Monaco failed to complete the signing of 26-year-old midfielder Erik Lira during the summer transfer window. The deal collapsed because the club could not secure a non-EU roster spot required for the player to join. Monaco CEO Thiago Scuro confirmed that all terms were agreed upon with both the player and his club, Cruz Azul, but the transfer remained contingent on Folarin Balogun departing for Everton. That move did not materialize, which ultimately prevented the addition of Lira to the squad. While Scuro declined to commit to a pursuit during the January window, he acknowledged that the club remains interested in the player. The organization has maintained positive relations with Cruz Azul following the stalled negotiations.

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