Raed Chikhaoui transfer to Espérance de Tunis delayed as clubs review terms

Raed Chikhaoui’s expected move to Espérance Sportive de Tunis has yet to be completed after Union Sportive Monastirienne reportedly reconsidered the financial terms of the proposed transfer.

The midfielder had been expected to join the Tunisian champions, but negotiations have slowed as Monastir’s management seeks improved conditions before approving the deal.

According to the latest information, the transfer has not been finalised because Union Sportive Monastirienne is no longer satisfied with the financial offer submitted by Espérance.

The club is understood to have requested an increase in the transfer fee before allowing the player to leave.

As discussions continue between the two clubs, Chikhaoui remains a Union Sportive Monastirienne player, with no official confirmation that an agreement has been reached.

Transfer negotiations remain unresolved

The proposed transfer initially appeared to be progressing towards completion, with Chikhaoui expected to continue his career at Espérance de Tunis.

However, negotiations have entered a new phase after Union Sportive Monastirienne reportedly reviewed the financial aspects of the agreement.

The club is now seeking revised terms, believing the original proposal does not reflect its expectations.

That development has delayed the completion of the transfer, leaving the player’s immediate future unresolved.

Although Espérance remain interested in signing Chikhaoui, there has been no confirmation that the Tunisian champions have accepted the revised financial demands.

Until an agreement is reached, the transfer remains on hold.

The situation illustrates how negotiations can change even after clubs appear close to completing a deal, particularly when financial conditions become a point of discussion.

Both clubs are now expected to continue talks in an effort to find common ground.

Monastir seek improved financial package

Reports indicate that Union Sportive Monastirienne wants an increase in the transfer fee before giving the green light to the move.

The club’s management is believed to be reassessing the value of the deal and is hoping to secure improved financial terms.

As a result, discussions with Espérance remain ongoing.

No official announcement has been made regarding the outcome of those negotiations, and Chikhaoui’s transfer has therefore not progressed beyond the discussion stage.

The player remains under contract with Union Sportive Monastirienne while both clubs attempt to resolve the outstanding issues.

Whether the transfer is eventually completed will depend on the willingness of both sides to reach an agreement over the revised financial conditions.

Supporters react to player departures

The uncertainty surrounding Chikhaoui’s future comes at a time when Union Sportive Monastirienne supporters have already voiced concerns over changes to the squad.

In recent days, many fans have expressed frustration following the departure of several important players from the club.

The prospect of losing another key member of the squad has added to those concerns, particularly while negotiations over Chikhaoui’s transfer continue.

Although the midfielder was widely expected to move to Espérance de Tunis, the latest developments mean the deal has not yet been completed.

For now, the transfer remains unresolved as Union Sportive Monastirienne continues to seek improved financial terms before approving the proposed move.

Until both clubs reach an agreement, Raed Chikhaoui’s future remains undecided.