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St. Pauli under pressure: Guilavogui returns to France!
FC St. Pauli has activated the purchase option for striker Morgan Guilavogui, while RC Lens has drawn a buyback clause.
St. Pauli under pressure: Guilavogui returns to France!
FC St. Pauli faces an important decision regarding talented striker Morgan Guilavogui, who was loaned to Reeperbahn from RC Lens during the 2024/25 season. After a strong year in which Guilavogui scored seven goals and provided four assists in 27 appearances, the club is now activating the purchase option. This is 3 million euros and is intended to bring the player to Hamburg permanently, several media reports.
But the joy could be short-lived because the RC Lens has a buyback clause of 4.5 million euros. This comes into play should the French club decide to bring Guilavogui back. Sports director Andreas Bornemann from FC St. Pauli was positive about the 23-year-old's performance and emphasized his successful integration into the team. “We had a good hand with his signing,” said Bornemann.
An important piece of the puzzle for St. Pauli
The signing of Guilavogui plays a central role in FC St. Pauli's sporting ambitions, especially in securing relegation. His contribution of six goals and two assists was crucial to the club staying in the Bundesliga. Fan support and good team chemistry helped bring out the best in Guilavogui, making him a key player.
Before we take a critical look at the buyback option, it is important to mention that Guilavogui's time at St. Pauli was not only characterized by sporting success, but was also an enjoyable phase for the fan base. The questions of whether St. Pauli can keep the player will likely be discussed more intensively in the coming weeks, especially when RC Lens finds out how well Guilavogui is doing in Hamburg.
Loan – A Double-Edged Sword
Transfer market shows that the loan system in football is often linked to strategic considerations. Clubs use loans to accommodate talented players while optimizing their squads. FC St. Pauli is no exception. Guilavogui's loan has brought the club not only sporting but also financial advantages, although the possibility of a buyback by Lens is always on the table.
The coming time will show whether FC St. Pauli can successfully fight against the buyback. If Morgan Guilavogui stays, it could significantly strengthen the squad for next season and sustainably support the club's goals. Meanwhile, the pressure will increase on the club to find an amicable solution to keep the dangerous striker in Hamburg long-term.
Overall, it remains to be seen how the situation will develop. For fans, this issue brings excitement and hope - for another year with a player who made a huge impact last season.