Filipe Luis aims to keep Lamine Camara at AS Monaco amid Premier League interest

Lamine Camara could remain at AS Monaco despite growing interest from several Premier League clubs, with new head coach Filipe Luis keen for the Senegal midfielder to become a central figure in his plans.

Camara, who joined Monaco from FC Metz, has attracted attention from a number of English sides. However, Filipe Luis is understood to be fully behind the 21-year-old and wants him to stay at the club as the team prepares for the new season.

The Brazilian coach arrived in the Monaco dugout this summer and has already been impressed by the qualities of the former FC Metz player. His early assessment appears to have placed Camara high in the manager’s list of priorities, strengthening the prospect of the midfielder remaining on the French Riviera.

Filipe Luis particularly values Camara’s combination of physical energy and technical ability. The Senegal international’s work rate allows him to contribute across the midfield, while his technical qualities offer Monaco an additional option in possession. For the new coach, those attributes give Camara the potential to become one of the most important players in the project at the club.

That support could prove significant as Monaco continue to face interest from England. Camara remains a player of considerable value, with his market valuation reported at 40m euros. He is also tied to AS Monaco by a contract running until 2029, giving the club a strong position in any discussions over a possible transfer.

Camara earns an annual salary of 920,000 euros, equivalent to 598,000,000 CFA francs. Despite the financial interest surrounding him and the reported approaches from Premier League clubs, Filipe Luis hopes the midfielder will remain available to him throughout the campaign.

Africafoot previously reported exclusively on the English interest in Camara. The midfielder’s contract length and valuation mean he remains at the centre of attention, but Monaco’s new coach is eager to retain a player he sees as an important part of the team’s future.

The club will soon begin its Ligue 1 campaign with a home match against Le Havre AC. The fixture will provide the first competitive opportunity for Monaco’s new coach and could also offer an early indication of Camara’s role under Filipe Luis.

Betting company 1xbet has listed Monaco as favourites for the match, with the club priced at 1.54 to win. A draw is valued at 3.80, while a victory for Le Havre AC is priced at 3.76.

For now, Monaco’s preference is clear: retain Camara and build around his qualities rather than allow the midfielder to leave for the Premier League. With interest from England continuing and his contract extending to 2029, the Senegal international remains one of the club’s most closely watched players as the new season approaches.