Allan Saint-Maximin Transfers from RC Lens to MLS Club Charlotte FC
French winger Allan Saint-Maximin, 29, has agreed to join Major League Soccer side Charlotte FC after leaving RC Lens, where he spent six months and helped the team finish second in Ligue 1 and win the Coupe de France. He will become a designated player for Charlotte, replacing Wilfried Zaha. The move marks his return to MLS after a previous stint in the league.
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Saint-Maximin Joins Charlotte FC on Free Transfer, Signs Three-Year Contract
According to renowned transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano, French winger Allan Saint-Maximin is set to join Major League Soccer club Charlotte FC on a free transfer. The 29-year-old's contract with French club Lens expires this summer. The deal is finalized with a three-year contract, and the player has completed his medical examination in London. Saint-Maximin had left Club América in Mexico to join Lens during the January transfer window. In 13 appearances across all competitions for Lens, he scored 4 goals and provided 3 assists, helping the team win the Coupe de France and finish as runners-up in Ligue 1.
虎扑 - 足球Allan Saint-Maximin Officially Leaves RC Lens for Charlotte FC in MLS
Allan Saint-Maximin has formalized his departure from RC Lens after just four months with the club, joining MLS side Charlotte FC. The 29-year-old French winger arrived at Lens on February 2 from Club America and played a key role in the team's second-place Ligue 1 finish, contributing 4 goals and 3 assists in 13 appearances. He also helped Lens win the Coupe de France. In an Instagram post, Saint-Maximin called the decision difficult but expressed gratitude to sporting director Jean-Louis Leca and departing coach Pierre Sage, praising Sage as one of the best coaches of his career. Lens issued a press release acknowledging him as a key player and wishing him well. The transfer marks a return to MLS for Saint-Maximin, who previously played in the league.
Mercato 2025 : l'actu des transferts footAllan Saint-Maximin Officially Leaves RC Lens for Charlotte FC in MLS
Allan Saint-Maximin has formalized his departure from RC Lens after just four months, signing with Charlotte FC of Major League Soccer. The 29-year-old French winger joined Lens on February 2 from Club America and played a key role in the team's second-place Ligue 1 finish, contributing 4 goals and 3 assists in 13 appearances while winning the Coupe de France. In an emotional Instagram post, Saint-Maximin called the decision difficult but expressed gratitude to sporting director Jean-Louis Leca and departing coach Pierre Sage, calling Sage one of the best coaches of his career. Lens released a statement praising him as a key player and wishing him well. The transfer marks a move to MLS for the former Newcastle United star.
Mercato 2025 : l'actu des transferts footLens Officially Announces Departure of Saint-Maximin
Lens has officially announced the departure of forward Allan Saint-Maximin via social media, thanking him for his contributions as a key player in the second half of the season. The club credited him with helping the team qualify for the Champions League and win the French Cup. According to a previous report from L'Equipe, Saint-Maximin is set to join Major League Soccer (MLS) and has reached an agreement with Charlotte FC. The announcement was made on Lens' official social media channels and reported by Hupu Soccer.
虎扑 - 足球Saint-Maximin Set to Join MLS, Reaches Agreement with Charlotte FC
According to French sports daily L'Equipe, 29-year-old French winger Alain Saint-Maximin has agreed to leave French club Lens and join Major League Soccer side Charlotte FC as a designated player. The move will see him replace 33-year-old Wilfried Zaha, who has announced his departure from the North Carolina club. Saint-Maximin joined Lens in February 2024 after terminating his contract with Club America in Mexico. He performed well in the second half of the season, making 13 appearances for Lens and contributing 4 goals and 3 assists. During his time with the northern French club, he also won the Coupe de France, the first major trophy of his career. Although Lens management hoped to retain him for next season, the MLS opportunity proved more attractive to the player.
虎扑 - 足球Allan Saint-Maximin Agrees to Join Charlotte FC in MLS
French winger Allan Saint-Maximin, 29, has agreed to join Major League Soccer side Charlotte FC after spending six months at RC Lens. The American franchise has been negotiating with the player and his entourage for several weeks and is close to finalizing the deal. Saint-Maximin, who is at the end of his contract with Lens, is expected to become a designated player, allowing his salary to exceed the league's salary cap. Sources indicate that formalization of his move to the Eastern United States is imminent. The transfer marks a significant move for the MLS club as it seeks to bolster its attacking options with a high-profile European talent.
Mercato 2025 : l'actu des transferts footAllan Saint-Maximin Agrees to Join Charlotte FC in MLS
French winger Allan Saint-Maximin, 29, has agreed to join Major League Soccer side Charlotte FC after spending six months at RC Lens. The Charlotte franchise has been negotiating with the player and his entourage for several weeks, and the deal is now close to completion. Saint-Maximin, who is out of contract at Lens, will become a designated player for Charlotte, meaning his salary can exceed the league's salary cap. Sources indicate that formalization of the transfer is imminent, with the player expected to move to the Eastern United States.
Mercato 2025 : l'actu des transferts footAllan Saint-Maximin Agrees to Join Charlotte FC in MLS
French winger Allan Saint-Maximin, 29, has agreed to join Major League Soccer side Charlotte FC after his contract ended at RC Lens. The American club has been negotiating with the player and his entourage for several weeks and is close to finalizing the deal. Saint-Maximin is expected to be a 'designated player,' one of three per franchise whose salary can exceed the league's salary cap. Sources indicate formalization of his move to the Eastern United States is imminent.
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