Leeds United Eyeing Montpellier Defender Modibo Sagnan

Montpellier HSC is bracing for a significant roster overhaul this summer. The club currently sits at the bottom of Ligue 1, trailing the relegation zone by 11 points with only six matches left. Their dire situation was further compounded by the recent departure of manager Jean-Louis Gasset.

As relegation looms, Montpellier will likely need to offload players. While promising youngsters like Khalil Fayad, Becir Omeragic, and Joris Chotard are attracting attention, 25-year-old defender Modibo Sagnan has also emerged as a potential transfer target.

Reports suggest that English Championship side Leeds United has expressed strong interest in the Malian international. Sagnan, who joined Montpellier from FC Utrecht for approximately €3 million in January 2023, is under contract until 2028. Leeds, currently vying for promotion to the Premier League, see Sagnan as a valuable addition to bolster their defensive lineup.

As Montpellier prepares for a challenging transition, the potential sale of Sagnan could provide much-needed financial relief while offering the player an opportunity to continue his career at a higher level.