AS Saint-Étienne braces for key departures and renewed TV focus in Ligue 2

Georgian winger Zuriko Davitashvili is expected to leave AS Saint‑Étienne after the club confirmed it cannot retain top talent while playing in Ligue 2. Potential suitors include Benfica, Stade Rennais, Hoffenheim, Besiktas, Fenerbahçe and Panathinaikos. Forward Lucas Stassin is also projected to depart, with the club likely to receive a sizable transfer fee that could fund new signings.

Despite the on‑field setbacks, beIN Sports will continue to give AS Saint‑Étienne a prominent place in its Ligue 2 coverage. The broadcaster plans regular Saturday and Monday slots for the club, citing its historic fanbase, stadium appeal and the league’s overall competitiveness with clubs such as Nantes, Metz, Reims and Montpellier.