Bénjamin Bouchouri, midfielder of the ASSE, is going through a difficult period due to recurrent back pain. Since the end of 2024, he has been regularly affected by this injury, which could prevent him from participating in several weeks of training this summer. Despite this, he took part in the internship in Aix-Les-Bains, but his ability to resume full training remains uncertain. Recent history, such as a few-day derby injury and relapse, has already led to significant periods of absence, even raising fears of prolonged absence until the end of the season.

The current situation is worrying, and coach Eirik Horneland is cautious about the recovery of Bouchouari. He points out that the player’s style of play exerts significant pressure on his back and that the objective is to help him strengthen this area to avoid a new relapse. This injury is particularly problematic as it could impact its availability for the coming season. ASSE is aware of Bouchouari’s high market value and sees this summer as a crucial opportunity to sell it if it does not extend its contract.

Several European clubs are interested in the player, including Girona and Trabzonspor, who could quickly make a concrete offer. ASSE awaits a satisfactory financial proposal to agree to separate from Bejamin Bouchouari, whose contract expires next summer. The situation is therefore tense, with both sports and financial pressure on the Stéphanois club, which must manage the injury of its player while seeking to optimize its value in the transfer market.