The AS Saint-Étienne is actively engaged in the search for reinforcements for his right-wing defense in preparation for the 2024-2025 season. The club is currently exploring three interesting tracks in the summer transfer market: Paul Joly of AJ Auxerre, Max Johnston of Sturm Graz and Ugur Yıldız of Göztepe. The analysis of these players’ statistics enables them to assess their adequacy with the physical and tactical requirements of the League 2, and to determine which one could best meet the immediate needs of the ASSE. This approach is based on an in-depth data analysis to identify the most relevant profile for the Stéphanois club.

Paul Joly, trained in Paris FC and having evolved in Amiens, established himself as a key player in Auxerre. His defensive statistics, analysed by Danish data, place him in the best percentiles in terms of successful tables, won duels, interceptions and aerial duels. It also has the ability to project forward, with a higher than average volume of dribbles and fire. Although its precision in the centres and long passes can be improved, its activity, endurance and versatility make it a reliable side, already familiar with the context of a club aimed at the rise of power. For a team like ASSE, which favours immediate performance players, Joly appears as a safe option.

Max Johnston, player of the Sturm Graz, is distinguished by his construction game, excelling in forward passes, centers and long transmissions. He is comfortable ball to the foot, succeeds a good percentage of dribbles and is actively involved in the offensive phases. However, its profile has defensive limits, making it potentially vulnerable to the physical intensity of the League 2. Although it represents an interesting long-term bet, it does not guarantee the immediate performance sought by Saint-Étienne. Ugur Yıldız, player of Göztepe, offers a more sober profile, regular in its long passes and centers, with a good reading of the game and a high number of interceptions. Nevertheless, his statistics reveal a deficit in physical impact, tables and duels, which could complicate his adaptation to the French championship, known for its athletic density. In conclusion, data analysis suggests that Paul Joly is the player who best meets the immediate needs of ASSE, thanks to his knowledge of Ligue 2, his game volume and his physical impact.