Beres Owusu, an ASSE-trained defender currently loaned to the Grazer AK in Austria, continues to be noticed on the ground. In the match against WSG Tirol, he scored a goal, but also scored a double by scoring against his own camp before infirming him. His outstanding performance was praised by L’Équipe, which included him in his typical French international team of the weekend. Beyond this individual feat, Owusu demonstrates a steady progression in Austria, thanks to his reading of the game, his commitment and his ability to revive. This loan represents a valuable opportunity for ASSE, allowing it to gain experience for the player and potentially realize financial added value in the event of purchase.

Joshua Duffuss’ arrival at AS Saint-Étienne marks a turning point in the club’s recruitment strategy. As the first Jamaican player to wear the green jersey, its signature bears witness to the club’s growing openness to the international market, initiated by Kilmer Sports. This approach, facilitated by specific agreements in Ligue 2, allows ASSE to recruit talent beyond the hexagonal borders. Duffuss is part of a broader trend, with a diversification of nationalities within the workforce, while maintaining a solid base of French players.

ASSE’s strategy, supported by Kilmer Sports, aims to balance the international openness and the French identity of the club. The current strength has an impressive diversity, with 13 foreign players representing 15 different nationalities. This strategy is not a coincidence, but the result of a deliberate desire to expand the recruitment network and exploit emerging markets. The arrival of Duffuss, the first Jamaican recruit, could pave the way for other Caribbean talents. By integrating players of different nationalities, ASSE seeks to strengthen its attractiveness and build a sustainable sporting future, while maintaining its base of French players.

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