Enzo Sternal draws interest from French clubs after Anderlecht recovery

Enzo Sternal draws French interest after recovering from knee injury at Anderlecht

RSC Anderlecht attacking midfielder Enzo Sternal has attracted transfer interest from clubs in France following his recent performances, according to reports.

Ligue 1 clubs monitor the French youth international

French clubs are closely tracking the teenager after he produced two goals and three assists across his last three appearances for RSCA Futures in the Challenger Pro League. According to Foot Mercato, concrete offers from Ligue 1 sides reached Anderlecht during the summer transfer window, though the Belgian club rejected those approaches. Anderlecht management intends to rely on the player for their long-term plans, though failure to provide regular minutes with the senior squad could hasten an early departure.

Training opportunities under Vitor Bruno

During the recent international break, head coach Vitor Bruno invited Sternal to train with Anderlecht’s senior squad while several first-team regulars were away on international duty. Supporters attending an open training session noted that the attacking midfielder made a strong impression during the drills. Despite his promising displays at youth level, RSCA Futures currently sits at the bottom of the Challenger Pro League standings with one point from six matches, setting a difficult backdrop for the young squad’s individual standouts.

Enzo Sternal joins Anderlecht before suffering ligament injury

When did Enzo Sternal join RSC Anderlecht?

The French youth international moved to Brussels in January 2025 after progressing through the youth academy at Olympique Marseille.

Enzo Sternal draws interest from French clubs after Anderlecht recovery

What injury sidelined the midfielder?

Sternal suffered a torn cruciate ligament during his sixth appearance for RSCA Futures in the Challenger Pro League, forcing a lengthy recovery period.

How have French clubs attempted to acquire him?

Foot Mercato reported that Ligue 1 sides submitted concrete proposals to Anderlecht during the summer transfer window, but the Belgian club opted to retain the player.

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