Tag: AS Saint-Etienne

Monaco's French forward Wissam Ben Yedder (C) vies with Saint-Etienne's french defender William Saliba (L) and Saint-Etienne's French defender Wesley Fofana (R) during the French Cup football match between Monaco and Saint-Etienne at the "Louis II" stadium in Monaco on January 28, 2020. (Photo by VALERY HACHE / AFP)

Saliba player report vs Monaco plus post-comeback quotes

William Saliba made his comeback to the Saint-Etienne team against AS Monaco in the French Cup on Tuesday night, keeping a clean sheet.
Oleksandria's Ukranian forward Artem Sitalo (L) fights for the ball with Saint-Etienne's French defender William Saliba (R) during the Europa League Group I football match between Saint-Etienne and FC Oleksandriya at the Stade Geoffroy-Guichard in Saint-Etienne, on October 24, 2019. (Photo by PHILIPPE DESMAZES / AFP / Getty Images)

William Saliba set to start against Monaco after injury

William Saliba will make his first start for Saint-Etienne after injury on Tuesday night, after returning to the squad over the weekend.
Bordeaux's French forward Jimmy Briand (C) vies with Saint-Etienne's French defender William Saliba (L) and Saint-Etienne's French defender Wesley Fofana (R) during the French L1 football match between Bordeaux and Saint-Etienne (ASSE) on October 20, 2019, at the Matmut Atlantique stadium in Bordeaux, southwestern France. (Photo by NICOLAS TUCAT / AFP / Getty Images)

Saliba returns to ASSE squad against Nimes after injury

William Saliba returned to the Saint-Etienne squad to face Nimes Olympique on Saturday, after recovering from injury.
William Saliba back in training via ASSE

Saliba set for post-injury return to the pitch on Saturday

William Saliba is back in full training with Saint-Etienne after injury, and he's ready to play against Nimes Olympique this weekend.
ST ALBANS, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 13: of Arsenal during a training session at London Colney on September 13, 2019 in St Albans, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Ornstein discusses Arsenal chances of recalling Saliba

David Ornstein confirmed reports of William Saliba undergoing testing with Arsenal this week, before discussing the chances of an early return from loan.
ST ALBANS, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 13: of Arsenal during a training session at London Colney on September 13, 2019 in St Albans, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Saliba underwent testing by Arsenal doctors this week

William Saliba visited Arsenal for testing by club doctors this week, which is why he didn't feature in Saint-Etienne's squad at the weekend.
William Saliba back in training via ASSE

The latest on William Saliba and his injury comeback

William Saliba is back in training with the Saint-Etienne squad, but he's still doing individual work as he recovers from injury.
Oleksandria's Ukranian forward Artem Sitalo (L) fights for the ball with Saint-Etienne's French defender William Saliba (R) during the Europa League Group I football match between Saint-Etienne and FC Oleksandriya at the Stade Geoffroy-Guichard in Saint-Etienne, on October 24, 2019. (Photo by PHILIPPE DESMAZES / AFP / Getty Images)

Arsenal William Saliba recall rumours resurface

Arsenal could enquire over an early return from loan for William Saliba amid their current defensive injury problems, according to further reports.
Saint-Etienne's French defender William Saliba gestures during the French L1 football match between Bordeaux and Saint-Etienne (ASSE) on October 20, 2019, at the Matmut Atlantique stadium in Bordeaux, southwestern France. (Photo by NICOLAS TUCAT / AFP / Getty Images)

Arsenal’s request to recall William Saliba answered

Arsenal have reportedly asked St Etienne if they can cut short William Saliba's loan and bring him to London in January and have been 'categorically refused'.
William Saliba back in training via ASSE

William Saliba back in training for Saint-Etienne after injury

William Saliba is back in training with Saint-Etienne after the metatarsal injury he picked up with his loan club in November.
Saint-Etienne's French defender William Saliba (R) vies with Monaco's French forward Wissam Ben Yedder during the French L1 football match between AS Saint-Etienne and AS Monaco at the Geoffroy Guichard Stadium in Saint-Etienne, central France on November 3, 2019. (Photo by PHILIPPE DESMAZES / AFP)

William Saliba out injured – but not as badly as first thought

William Saliba is set to miss the next fortnight of Saint-Etienne fixtures with injury, after picking up a problem against AS Monaco.

William Saliba delivers absurdly brilliant performance: Player match report vs AS Monaco

William Saliba helped Saint-Etienne to another clean sheet against AS Monaco on Sunday, as they won 1-0.
ST ALBANS, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 13: of Arsenal during a training session at London Colney on September 13, 2019 in St Albans, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Claude Puel on William Saliba: We’re selling our best player to make short-term deals

Claude Puel has suggested it's hard for him to accept William Saliba's transfer to Arsenal, claiming Saint-Etienne's transfer plan seems reactionary to him.
Oleksandria's Ukranian forward Artem Sitalo (L) fights for the ball with Saint-Etienne's French defender William Saliba (R) during the Europa League Group I football match between Saint-Etienne and FC Oleksandriya at the Stade Geoffroy-Guichard in Saint-Etienne, on October 24, 2019. (Photo by PHILIPPE DESMAZES / AFP / Getty Images)

Room for improvement for William Saliba despite his talent: Player match report vs Oleksandria

William Saliba played 90 minutes in a Saint-Etienne performance where neither the player nor the team were at their best, facing Oleksandria on Thursday.
Saint-Etienne's French defender William Saliba gestures during the French L1 football match between Bordeaux and Saint-Etienne (ASSE) on October 20, 2019, at the Matmut Atlantique stadium in Bordeaux, southwestern France. (Photo by NICOLAS TUCAT / AFP / Getty Images)

William Saliba stars as Saint-Etienne keep another clean sheet: Player match report

William Saliba starred in a third consecutive league win for Saint-Etienne, keeping another clean sheet with the side after returning from injury.

Stats show how crucial Arsenal loanee William Saliba is to Saint-Etienne

William Saliba proved his worth to Saint-Etienne yet again by helping them to a clean sheet against Olympique Lyonnais on Sunday, and the stats show just how vital he is to them.
William Saliba back in training via ASSE

William Saliba returns to St Etienne squad

William Saliba has returned to the St Etienne squad ahead of their game this weekend against Nimes after missing nearly two months following surgery.
William Saliba after signing for Arsenal from St. Etienne (Photo via Arsenal.com)

William Saliba still out of action with muscular injury

William Saliba is continuing to sit out of competitive matches for Saint-Etienne at the moment, as a result of a muscular injury he picked up in May.

Official: Arsenal complete signing of William Saliba from St. Etienne

Arsenal have completed the signing of William Saliba from St. Etienne, before loaning him back to the Ligue 1 club for the season.

Arsenal organise William Saliba medical for Tuesday: Everything else finalised

Arsenal have set a date for William Saliba's medical with the club, after agreeing everything else with St. Etienne, according to reports in France.
Saint-Etienne's French defender William Saliba (L) vies with Bordeaux's French forward Jimmy Briand during the French L1 football match between FC Girondins de Bordeaux and AS Saint-Etienne at the Matmut Atlantique stadium in Bordeaux, southwestern France on December 5, 2018. (Photo by NICOLAS TUCAT / AFP)

William Saliba will join Arsenal for St. Etienne’s record fee of €25m plus €4m...

William Saliba will join Arsenal for €25m plus €4m bonuses, a record transfer fee for current club St. Etienne, according to various reports.

Arsenal reach agreement to sign William Saliba for €30m plus add-ons – not €40m

Arsenal have reached an agreement to sign William Saliba from St. Etienne, but not for the €40m claimed by certain outlets, according to reports in France.

Arsenal match Spurs’ bid for William Saliba: St. Etienne stalling on agreement

Arsenal have responded to Tottenham Hotspur's offer for William Saliba by raising their own to match it, according to reports in France.

Denis Bouanga admits advice from Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang influenced his transfer to St. Etienne

24-year-old winger Denis Bouanga, who completed a transfer to Ligue 1 club St. Etienne this week, admits Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang played a part in the move.

Tottenham outbid Arsenal for William Saliba as transfer saga drags on

Tottenham have outbid Arsenal for William Saliba, as a deal that should have already been completed drags on.

£26.5m, 5-years: Arsenal sign William Saliba before loaning him back

Arsenal are set to sign William Saliba from St. Etienne in a £26.5m deal, according to reports.

Arsenal edging closer to £25m William Saliba transfer

Arsenal are planning to structure a deal for William Saliba in such a way that the majority of their summer transfer budget remains intact, according to reports.

Arsenal hold further talks with St. Etienne over William Saliba

Arsenal are holding another round of talks for St. Etienne defender William Saliba, though the Ligue 1 side still want him back on loan this season.

Arsenal unwilling to offer the full €30m for William Saliba

Arsenal are currently unwilling to offer the full €30m asking price for St. Etienne defender William Saliba, according to reports in France.

William Saliba would rather join Arsenal than Tottenham Hotspur

William Saliba would rather join Arsenal than Tottenham Hotspur, with both clubs in for his signature this summer, according to reports.
Saint-Etienne's French defender William Saliba (L) vies with Bordeaux's French forward Jimmy Briand during the French L1 football match between FC Girondins de Bordeaux and AS Saint-Etienne at the Matmut Atlantique stadium in Bordeaux, southwestern France on December 5, 2018. (Photo by NICOLAS TUCAT / AFP)

St. Etienne turn down Arsenal bid for William Saliba but talks continue

St. Etienne have turned down Arsenal's opening bid for centre-back William Saliba, asking for the proposed bonuses to be included in the guaranteed fee, according to reports in France.

Arsenal expected to complete signing of William Saliba for €25m before loaning him back

Arsenal are expected to complete the signing of William Saliba for €25m plus bonuses, before loaning the defender back to Saint-Etienne, according to reports in France.

Arsenal submit €30m bid for William Saliba: Personal terms agreed

Arsenal have submitted an offer of €25m plus €5m in bonuses for St. Etienne defender William Saliba, according to reports in France.

Reliable journalist says 18-year-old is ‘top target’ for Arsenal

Spanish journalist Kike Marin claims Arsenal are interested in a move for 18-year-old Saint-Etienne defender William Saliba this summer.

Kike Marin: Arsenal want Saint-Etienne defender William Saliba

Spanish journalist Kike Marin claims Arsenal are interested in a move for 18-year-old Saint-Etienne defender William Saliba this summer.
Saint-Etienne's French defender Mathieu Debuchy celebrates after scoring a goal during the French L1 football match between Lyon (OL) and Saint-Etienne (ASSE) on February 25, 2018, at the Groupama stadium in Decines-Charpieu near Lyon, central-eastern France. / AFP PHOTO / ROMAIN LAFABREGUE

Mathieu Debuchy announces international retirement citing World Cup snub

Mathieu Debuchy has retired from international duty, insisting that he wants to devote himself fully to his club football from now on.

Debuchy offered 3-year-deal in France

Mathieu Debuchy has been offered a three-year deal by Saint-Etienne but wants to take some time to think about his decision before giving them an answer.

Saint-Etienne legend gives Debuchy his stamp of approval

Saint-Etienne legend Robert Herbin says he approves of the Ligue 1 side's acquisition of Mathieu Debuchy in the January transfer window.

Debuchy ‘upset’ with Wenger after blocked United loan move

Mathieu Debuchy has admitted that he was upset with Arsene Wenger after he prevented a move to Manchester United.

Debuchy features in Ligue 1 Team of the Week after impressive debut

Mathieu Debuchy made L'Equipe's Ligue 1 team of the week, after an impressive debut performance from the Frenchman for new club Saint Etienne.