Sevilla FC is on the verge of completing the loan signing of striker Lucas Stassin. According to a report from ABC Deportes, the Andalusian club is finalising the details to secure the 21-year-old French forward for a fee around two million euros, with an option to buy included in the deal.
Stassin, who currently plays in France's Ligue 1, is seen as an emergency solution to bolster Sevilla's attacking options. Manager Luis García Plaza has expressed his desire to play with two strikers and needs at least three profiles in that position to fulfil this tactical plan. "The manager wants to play with two strikers and, at a minimum, the team must have three profiles to be able to comply with this scheme," stated García Plaza.
What does Lucas Stassin bring to Sevilla?
Lucas Stassin is a 21-year-old centre-forward who has developed his career both in his domestic league and in the French top flight. Sevilla FC paid around ten million euros to KVC Westerlo to sign him previously, highlighting the club's initial belief in his potential. His arrival would mark his debut in La Liga, a new challenge in a competition where Sevilla currently sit fifth with six points from two wins and one loss in their opening three games.
The sporting direction, led by José Ignacio Navarro, has worked on this operation to address the team's needs. "The Hispalense club will have to pay an amount that is around two million euros for the player's loan," explained Navarro. With six goals scored and five conceded so far, the team is seeking greater offensive punch ahead of their next fixture against Espanyol.
How does this signing affect the transfer market?
The arrival of Stassin would not be Sevilla's only move in the transfer market. The club is also considering a loan move for Deivid Washington, which would complete the quota of forwards demanded by the coaching staff. These operations take place within a transfer window that Sevilla are navigating from a comfortable league position, just three points behind leaders Real Madrid.
The urgency to strengthen the attack is clear when looking at the immediate schedule. After the international break, Sevilla will visit 11th-placed Espanyol on September 6th. Fans can track the team's progress and check all upcoming matches on our fixtures page.
What is expected from the player in the short term?
Lucas Stassin is expected to travel to Sevilla this Tuesday to undergo a medical and sign his contract. His immediate integration into the squad would allow the manager to consider him for upcoming training sessions and, potentially, for the match against Espanyol. The player, who shares a name with a Belgian footballer also close to joining the club, arrives labelled as an offensive reinforcement for a squad aiming to stay near the top.
With the goal of closing the gap to Madrid, every point matters. Defensive solidity and a more varied attack are key, something that can be monitored through our stats. The signing of Stassin is a concrete move to address the latter part of that equation. The French striker will put pen to paper on his loan contract in the coming hours.
