Journalist Sacha Tavolieri, known for initially revealing Lucas Staasnin’s arrival at ASSE, commented on the player’s current situation in view of the upcoming summer mercato. According to him, it is ruled out that Lucas Staasnin will play in Ligue 2 next season, considering his past season as a general failure. Tavolieri, speaking on behalf of the player’s entourage, believes that it would be logical not to hold him back after such a review. He nuanced this view by stressing that this perspective is not motivated by a lack of affection for the club, but rather by an objective reality.

Tavolieri explains that Lucas Staasnin’s reluctance to express clearly his desire to remain is not a hypocrisy, but rather a thoughtful nature and a desire to avoid offending people. He compares this situation with that of many players who prefer to avoid confrontations and detailed explanations about their departure. He deplored the development of modern football, which, he said, no longer allowed such frank and transparent communication. He also points out that Saint-Étienne is no longer what he was, and that Lucas Staasnin’s individual will is paramount.

Lucas Staasnin currently has personal agreements with two clubs, including Stuttgart and West Ham, as well as interests in France. The realization of these pre-agreements will depend on the sales that these clubs will achieve. Tavolieri believes that the case will take a few more weeks, and that the interested clubs, whether German or French, are ready to offer around 20 million euros. It anticipates a gradual negotiation, with initially low offers, followed by counter-proposals and a final agreement, without however requiring a “clash” or a confrontational attitude on the part of the player.