RC Lens have made headlines late August 2025 by deciding to abandon their pursuit of Auxerre striker Lassine Sinayoko, despite having reached an €8 million agreement for the Mali international[1]. Stade Rennais have now entered the race for Sinayoko, but while the transfer is not fully broken down, Lens are no longer actively pursuing the player[1].
In transfer developments, RC Lens have reached an agreement with Brighton & Hove Albion for the signing of Abdallah Sima as the summer window closes[7]. Negotiations were accelerated by Lens, who are seeking to strengthen their attacking options[1].
RC Lens forward Morgan Guilavogui is edging close to a move to Southampton in the English Championship, with advanced negotiations ongoing according to reports[1].
Another major change is the sale of midfielder Andy Diouf to Internazionale Milan for a fee reported to be between €23-25 million, highlighting Lens’ activity both in acquisitions and departures this window[1]. Additionally, Lens are negotiating a potential loan move for Rémy Labeau Lascary, who may find a temporary home for the upcoming season[1].
Other confirmed summer 2025 RC Lens transfers include:
- Mattia Fortin (Goalkeeper, loan to Calcio Padova)
- Yannick Pandor (Goalkeeper, loan to Francs Borains)
- Régis Gurtner (Goalkeeper, from Amiens SC as free agent)
- Robin Risser (Goalkeeper, transfer from Strasbourg for €3 million)
- Facundo Medina (Central defender, loan to Marseille)
A number of rumors and interests regarding Lens defenders Abdukodir Khusanov and Kevin Danso continue to be discussed, with English clubs showing interest in strengthening their backline from Lens’ squad[3].