AS Saint-Étienne: the Greens are active at the end of the market with the Rayan Raveloson track to strengthen the middle.
The atmosphere is heavy at L’Étrat. As the countdown to the winter transfer window accelerates, theAS Saint-Étienne is moving towards a pivotal period of its season. The current dynamic does not reflect the ambition displayed, and future decisions could lastingly condition the future of the Greens.
A sporting instability that has become worrying
For several weeks, warning signals have been multiplying. The performances on the field are difficult to convince, the results no longer follow and fifth place in Ligue 2, after twenty days, appears fragile in view of the objectives of immediate recovery. Ten victories, four draws and six defeats make up a mixed record, far from the standards expected in Forez.
In this tense context, the situation of Eirik Horneland crystallizes criticism. The Saint-Etienne leaders, tired of a series of performances considered poor, are moving towards a change of direction on the bench.
Kilmer Sports ready to take action in the market
Behind the scenes, Kilmer Sports is refining its strategy. Mahmoud Jaber’s injury left a void in midfield, quickly identified as a priority by sports management. Added to this need is the need to strengthen the defensive sector.
According to information revealed by The Teama name stands out insistently to strengthen the midfield: Rayan Raveloson. The profile of the Malagasy international midfielder ticks many boxes and fits into the economic and sporting constraints of the club.
Rayan Raveloson, a known and reassuring profile
Aged 29, Rayan Raveloson is not unknown to the French public. Having passed through Tours, ESTAC then Auxerre, the midfielder gained solid experience in France before joining Young Boys Bern in the winter of 2025. Under contract with the Swiss club until 2028, he recently distinguished himself on the European scene, notably facing LOSC and Olympique Lyonnais in the Europa League.
From an economic point of view, the file appears realistic. The player is in a range compatible with ASSE’s resources. An essential parameter in a period where each investment must be measured, while remaining ambitious.
Always according to The Teamthe Raveloson file appears among “ the many profiles under study », a sign that leaders are multiplying avenues without haste. However, the sporting emergency could accelerate discussions in the coming days.
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