AS Monaco FC is actively preparing for the 2025–26 season, which will mark the club’s 107th year and the 13th consecutive campaign in Ligue 1. The team is also set to compete in the Coupe de France and the UEFA Champions League, with the Ligue 1 opener scheduled for August 15–17, 2025[3].
In the latest transfer developments, Monaco completed several high-profile moves:
- Ansu Fati has joined Monaco on a loan deal from Barcelona for the 2025–26 season. The Spanish forward leaves Barcelona with hopes of gaining continuity and regular playing time at Monaco. Fati shared a heartfelt farewell message to Barcelona fans upon moving[5].
- Paul Pogba, the French midfielder and former Juventus and Manchester United player, has signed a two-year contract with Monaco after clearing his doping ban and leaving Juventus as a free agent[5].
- Eric Dier, the experienced English defender, has joined Monaco on a free transfer from Manchester United, aiming to bring leadership and depth to the defensive line[4].
Meanwhile, transfer speculation continues to surround Breel Embolo. Monaco is open to selling the Swiss striker for a €15 million fee, with clubs like Besiktas and AC Milan expressing interest, although Embolo previously rejected a move to Turkey[1][2].
In terms of team activity, Monaco has started its pre-season training camp in England at St. George’s Park, featuring friendly matches, including a fixture against Coventry City[1][7]. The club’s squad and schedule for the English pre-season tour have been released, with rotation and intensity increasing as the new season approaches[7].