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Anthony Martial Leaves Monterrey and Eyes Ligue 1 Return with Nice Interest

His release opens the door for a French homecoming but wages, recent form and squad space make any deal uncertain.

Overview

  • Goal.com, Crypto Briefing and local outlets report Martial agreed to terminate his Monterrey contract on June 22, making him a free agent.
  • Foot Mercato and Goal.com say his entourage has offered his name to several Ligue 1 sporting directors as clubs weigh a possible signing.
  • OGC Nice is one of the few teams showing active interest but the club must reduce squad numbers and cut its wage bill before pursuing Martial.
  • Clubs have been cooled by Martial’s pay demands and a sharp drop in output, with sources noting he scored one goal in more than 17 appearances for Monterrey in 2025–26.
  • Reporting conflicts over his Monterrey deal remain, with Crypto Briefing earlier saying the contract ran until 2027; that discrepancy is unresolved and could affect negotiations.