Middle Eastern Clubs Show Interest in Montpellier’s Téji Savanier

As Montpellier HSC faces likely relegation from Ligue 1, their star midfielder Téji Savanier is attracting attention from Middle Eastern clubs. The 33-year-old French player may be leaving the struggling team this summer, with clubs from Qatar and Saudi Arabia expressing interest in acquiring him.

Montpellier’s financial difficulties and their position at the bottom of Ligue 1 have led to a situation where they need to offload higher-paid, experienced players like Savanier. The club’s manager, Zoumana Camara, has already begun focusing on younger talent, removing Savanier from the starting lineup to prepare for the future.

The relationship between Savanier and the club has deteriorated following controversial comments he made about his salary during a Coupe de France match. With one year remaining on his contract after this season, Savanier’s departure seems increasingly likely as Montpellier aims to restructure and address their financial challenges.

As Montpellier braces for potential relegation, which could be confirmed as early as this weekend, the club is expected to undergo significant changes. The interest from Middle Eastern clubs could provide Savanier with a new opportunity while allowing Montpellier to alleviate some of their financial burdens.