Ligue 1’s crazy mercato: 7 transfers that almost happened!

Behind the scenes, Ligue 1 clubs pushed hard for ambitious deals that never materialized. Marseille approached Malcom and Moroccan youngster Adam Aznou, while Monaco considered bringing back Axel Disasi and looked at Zhegrova, who joined Juventus instead. Paris FC tried for Sofyan Amrabat, Rennes targeted Kasper Dolberg, and Lens held talks with Luuk de Jong before settling on Odsonne Édouard. Bold moves, near misses, and what-ifs that highlight just how unpredictable the French transfer market can be.