Monaco targets Caqueret to strengthen their midfield
Fréderic Manet · 30 août 2026 · 2 min de lecture
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AS Monaco could finalize a surprise midfield transfer before the close of the summer transfer window. According to revelations by Sacha Tavolieri, Monaco's management has now entered discussions with Olympique Lyonnais regarding a loan deal for Maxence Caqueret.
A profile sought to balance the midfield
Maxence Caqueret, a highly regarded box-to-box midfielder known for his passing quality and tactical intelligence, is now at the top of AS Monaco’s priority list. The Principality-based club, which had previously targeted Ousmane Camara before pulling out, now appears ready to secure the Lyon player on loan to strengthen its midfield. The ongoing talks with OL, as reported by journalist Sacha Tavolieri, leave little room for doubt about the imminent nature of a deal. According to gathered information, Côme, Caqueret’s representative, is playing a key role in the ongoing negotiations. Monaco is banking on this profile to energize its play and provide a technical alternative in the face of this season’s defensive challenges.
A transfer window under high tension
As the transfer deadline approaches, AS Monaco is exploring multiple avenues to rebuild a competitive squad. After the failed pursuit of Camara, the club is now pinning its hopes on Caqueret to fill a void in midfield. The discussions, now underway, could quickly come to fruition if both parties reach an agreement on the terms of the loan. The question remains whether Olympique Lyonnais, which is looking to reduce its wage bill, will agree to release their midfielder for a season. Monaco, for its part, is relying on this option to avoid a heavy financial outlay while securing a quality profile.