Despite a friendly 3-1 victory over Carouge, the atmosphere remains tense among the Stéphanois fans. The new injury of Djyliian N With Lucas Staasın still in recovery after an operation, coach Eirik Horneland finds himself with very few reliable options at the cutting edge. This situation raises the question of the urgency of reinforcement in this area of play during the next mercato.

The injury to N的Guessan, potentially serious with an estimated absence until mid-August or even September, is a hard blow for the team. This player was a serious alternative to the pre-centre position, especially after the departures of Waadji and Sissoko. Its situation forces the staff to review its plans and puts additional pressure on Staasın, which remains a physical and strategic bet. Horneland expressed his confidence in Staasın, stressing its potential and long-term contract, but recognizes the need to support and build around it.

The ASSE is aware of its dependence on a single centre, Irvin Cardona, whose profile, although interesting, does not fully match Horneland’s preferred gaming system. The club discreetly works to identify a young and promising player, able to integrate quickly into the collective. The urgency of a reinforcement is palpable with the championship approach. Horneland insists on the need for an attacker with volume, impact and finishing capacity, and the mercato may well be the opportunity to act. A departure from Staasın during this mercato could jeopardize the positive momentum of the club, hence the importance of anticipating and strengthening the offensive staff.