ASSE Mercato: Stassin’s €15‑20m move to Atlético Madrid looms

On August 10, 2026, the ASSE Mercato buzzed with talk of 21‑year‑old striker Lucas Stassin potentially joining Atlético Madrid for a fee estimated between €15 million and €20 million, a deal that could bring a substantial windfall to the French Saint‑Étienne side.

Financial stakes for the Verts

Consultant David Gluzman put the price tag at “a good fifteen, twenty million” euros, suggesting the club could release Stassin for that amount. He added, « Lucas Stassin ? Je pense qu’à une bonne quinzaine, vingtaine de millions, l’ASSE le lâche. »

The Verts are determined not to undervalue their assets, with club leaders under Tanenbaum and Kilmer Sports Ventures insisting that any sale must meet their valuation. Gluzman noted a previous offer had been higher, but the message to suitors was clear: “l’ASSE, sous Tanenbaum, sous Kilmer, c’est à notre prix”.

In a recent tweet the club asked, “Les Verts sont‑ils enfin partis pour écraser la L2 ?”, underscoring their ambition to dominate the second division if needed. The statement reflects a broader strategy to use the transfer funds to strengthen the squad rather than simply cash‑in.

Gluzman also highlighted the case of Georgian international Zuriko Davitashvili, saying, « Il avait besoin, sur le marché, d’envoyer un message… » and that the same financial standards would apply to any departure. This reinforces the club’s stance that “pour” any sale, the price must satisfy ASSE’s expectations.

Should the €20 million materialise, ASSE could reinvest a portion of the sum in the summer market, addressing the need to replace Stassin despite his irregular season. At 21, he still offers a significant margin for progression, making his potential exit a pivotal moment for the club’s sporting project.

Overall, the rumored move illustrates how ASSE’s financial muscle is shaping its transfer policy, aiming to secure a lucrative deal while preserving competitive depth for the upcoming campaign.