Lucas Stassin has arrived in Spain to finalize a transfer window move from AS Saint-Étienne to Sevilla FC, according to multiple sports reports from French and Belgian outlets. The 21-year-old Belgian forward is set to join the Andalusian club on a temporary loan deal as both clubs work through the final paperwork before the deadline.
Stassin Arrives in Spain to Finalize Loan Move
AS Saint-Étienne striker Lucas Stassin traveled to Spain to complete his medical examinations and finalize a loan agreement with Sevilla FC, according to regional daily Le Progrès and sports daily L’Équipe. Reporting from journalist Sacha Tavolieri corroborated that discussions between the Ligue 2 side and the La Liga club advanced rapidly regarding a temporary switch.
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The 21-year-old arrives in Andalusia looking to reset a difficult start to the campaign. Stassin has logged limited minutes under the technical staff at Saint-Étienne, featuring in only two substitute appearances without finding the back of the net. While the French club has scored ten goals across its opening three league matches, the former RSC Anderlecht youngster has found himself relegated to a bench role.
Financial Context and Market Valuation
AS Saint-Étienne made a significant financial commitment when acquiring Stassin from Belgian side KVC Westerlo in 2024, paying a reported transfer fee of 10 million euros. Since that acquisition, market evaluations have climbed, with specialized data platform Transfermarkt valuing the forward at 15 million euros.
Despite interest from several prospective suitors during the final stretch of the summer transfer window, Saint-Étienne received no formal, concrete permanent bids that matched their valuation. Management ultimately favored a loan structure over a permanent sale, allowing the Belgian youth international valuable playing time in a top-tier European division.
Tactical Fit in La Liga
A move to Sevilla FC offers Stassin an opportunity to ply his trade in a more expansive tactical environment compared to the physical demands of France’s second tier.
Both clubs spent the closing hours of the window finalizing the precise conditions of the loan arrangement, including potential clauses covering the player’s salary and future purchase options. With the medical and administrative steps underway in Spain, all parties anticipate a prompt official announcement confirming the deal before the market closes.
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