Monaco Prepares for Balogun Exit with Striker Shortlist
Key Questions
Why is AS Monaco preparing a striker shortlist?
Monaco anticipates Folarin Balogun's departure following his World Cup performances and has identified replacements including Sinayoko, Abline, and an unnamed foreign striker. The club's CEO has confirmed openness to selling the player.
Which clubs are linked with signing Folarin Balogun?
Balogun is linked to Sunderland with a reported 64% probability and Fulham, who have made a formal approach. Flashscore sources indicate a potential £40m transfer fee.
What is the current status of Balogun's situation at Monaco?
The transfer story is developing with Monaco preparing alternatives ahead of a possible summer exit. Fulham's approach and Sunderland rumors indicate active interest from Premier League clubs.
Monaco is drawing up a striker shortlist (Sinayoko, Abline, unnamed foreign striker) in anticipation of Folarin Balogun's departure after his World Cup performances. New rumors link him to Sunderland (64% probability) and Fulham, with Flashscore sources mentioning a specific £40m fee. CEO confirmed openness to selling.