# ASM Clermont Auvergne organizational restructuring > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/asm-clermont-auvergne-organizational-restructuring > Updated: 2026-08-31T15:37:28.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2. ASM Clermont Auvergne is undergoing a period of restructuring and strategic planning for the upcoming season. The club has initiated a targeted recruitment strategy to address specific positional needs following the departures of several experienced leaders and international players. Seven new players, including Darcy Swain and AJ Lam, are set to join the squad to provide depth and mobility. Beyond roster changes, President Jean-Claude Pats has outlined broader organizational goals centered on financial stability and the ‘One ASM’ initiative to unify the club’s sporting identity. The club is also focusing on regional development through 58 partnership agreements with local clubs and the development of the ‘Cité du rugby’ infrastructure, which is expected to be inaugurated in February 2027. Additionally, the club is entering negotiations regarding the future of manager Christophe Urios, whose current contract is set to expire in June 2027. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-31: ASM Clermont Auvergne outlines strategic goals and contract talks ASM Clermont Auvergne President Jean-Claude Pats discussed the club's financial stability, regional partnerships, and upcoming negotiations regarding manager Christophe Urios's contract future. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/asm-clermont-auvergne-outlines-strategic-goals-and-contract-talks ### 2026-08-12: ASM Clermont implements targeted recruitment for 2026 season ASM Clermont is restructuring its squad for the 2026-2027 season, signing seven new players to replace departing veterans and increase team mobility. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/asm-clermont-implements-targeted-recruitment-for-2026-season --- Cite as: ASM Clermont Auvergne organizational restructuring. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/asm-clermont-auvergne-organizational-restructuring