Ligue 1 news

Nottingham Forest have taken the first step in the pursuit of highly-rated winger Malick Fofana by reaching an agreement with Ligue 1 side Lyon, as revealed by Fabrizio Romano. The 20-year-old Belgian is one of the most sought-after young forwards in Europe and although the clubs have agreed on terms, Forest still need to secure the player’s approval before finalising the transfer.

Ansu Fati has joined Monaco on loan after extending his Barcelona deal until 2028 as he aims to revive his career alongside Paul Pogba in Ligue 1.

Fenerbahce have contacted Paris Saint-Germain to understand their asking price for midfielder Marco Asensio.

Fabian Ruiz is wanted by Manchester United and Al-Nassr, but Luis Enrique sees him as key to Paris Saint-Germain's plans and wants to keep him.

Paul Pogba has offered the first glimpse of his “new office” at Monaco, with the World Cup winner being backed to remain a “walking highlight reel”.

Paul Pogba says he is "super determined" to return to his best at Monaco after nearly two years without football due to a suspension.

Paris Saint-Germain are trying to support fallen rivals Lyon amid their financial downfall and relegation to Ligue 2.

Crystal Palace’s Europa League fate continues to hang in the balance, with Lyon’s appeal against relegation in France complicating matters.

Mason Greenwood is back in England and training with a former Manchester United team-mate as transfer speculation continues to rage at Marseille.

Lyon have confirmed that John Textor has stepped down from his role, announcing a boardroom shake-up following their relegation to Ligue 2.

Marseille owner Frank McCourt says he wants to keep English forward Mason Greenwood at the club and try to challenge Paris Saint-Germain next year.

With the spending power among the elite clubs now greater than ever, there is likely to be a host of eye-watering deals in the coming weeks

American businessman John Textor has confirmed that he is planning to buy a new club in the UK after the sale of Crystal Palace. Textor also revealed that he would no longer be associated with the day-to-day running of Lyon after the club's relegation from Ligue 1.

Paul Pogba could not hold back tears after signing his contract for Monaco on Saturday. The French midfielder is all set to return to a football pitch after a near two-year exile due to a doping ban. The midfielder has been without a club since November last year when Juventus terminated his contract after a mutual agreement, but the 32-year-old has now signed a two year contract with the Ligue 1 team.

Lyon fans have called for owner John Textor to leave during protests following the club's relegation to Ligue 2.

Monaco have confirmed the free signing of French midfielder Paul Pogba, ending the ex-Manchester United star's long wait for a new club. Pogba has not played since September 2023 as he served an 18-month-long doping ban. He became a free agent last year after mutually terminating his Juventus contract and then saw his ban come to an end in March.

Lionel Messi 'didn't have one good moment' during his Paris Saint-Germain spell due to Neymar's rivalry with Kylian Mbappe. A figure said to be close to the legendary Argentine has offered a rare insight into his uncomfortable two-year stint in the French capital, revealing he felt alienated and undermined amid internal tensions at the club.