AS Saint-Etienne says NO to a fortune for Djylian N’Guessan | OneFootball

An incredible offer came in for the young Ivorian-born player, but Les Verts turned it down.

Djylian N’Guessan / AS Saint-Etienne

Djylian N’Guessan is already attracting major interest despite his young age. According to multiple sources, Les Verts recently turned down a €7.5 million offer for their teenage prodigy, who is barely 16 years old!

Spotted by scouts over several seasons in the youth ranks, Djylian N’Guessan took a giant leap last season by making appearances with the professional squad in Ligue 1. It’s a remarkable achievement for a player of his age and a testament to his extraordinary potential. An intelligent forward with great stamina and a real on-field presence, he represents the future of the club.

Offer rejected: a clear message

The €7.5 million offer—a huge sum for such a young player—shows that Europe’s top clubs already have their eyes on him. But Saint-Étienne said no. This refusal speaks volumes about the club’s ambitions: refusing to sell off their talents and aiming to build a solid future around them, despite the temptations of the transfer market.

Moreover, this rejection could mark a turning point in the management of Saint-Étienne’s academy. While many young players leave their training clubs prematurely, ASSE seems determined to focus on patience and homegrown development. The question remains whether the player and his entourage buy into this project, or if other offers will eventually sway the club’s decision-makers.