The AS Saint-Étienne, under the direction of Eirik Horneland, relies on a diversified offensive strategy to re-enter the elite. Florian Tardieu stresses the importance of the richness of offensive profiles, allowing great flexibility and unpredictability against opponents. This diversity, with players able to play in their feet or in depth, is seen as a major asset, supported by healthy competition within the team. The bench depth, reinforced by six high-performance attackers, offers the staff the ability to quickly adapt to matches and surprise opponents, a luxury that was previously lacking. This intensity and offensive wealth are essential to maintain the ranking and achieve a return to League 1.

The midfielder Bejainin Bouchouri is going through an uncertain period due to back injury and rumours of transfer. Despite its importance in the team since its arrival, its current physical condition puts at risk a possible departure to Turkish clubs like Trabzonspor or Greek like PAOK. Although management is open to departure, this situation is difficult because it could slow down its preparation and potential transfer. ASSE must choose between its sports stability and a financial opportunity, knowing that a Bouchouari-shaped return would be valuable for the coming season.

AS Saint-Étienne is active in the transfer market to strengthen its team for the Ligue 2 season. Several notable recruits were registered, including Irvin Cardona, Maxime Bernauer, Mahmoud Jaber and Chico Lamba. Sensitive issues like those of Zuriko Davitashvili and Lucas Staassin are followed by other clubs, but the club wants to rely on these young players. The arrival of João Ferreira and two players from the Red Star Belgrade strengthens the corridors. Interest in Moutaz Neffaati, a young Tunisian right lateral, is also mentioned, although the recent recruit of two players in this position makes this track less likely.