Monaco forced to look elsewhere after Senegal’s Pape Matar Sarr rejects move

Senegal international Pape Matar Sarr has told AS Monaco that he wants to remain in the Premier League despite interest from the French club.

Monaco made an initial enquiry about the Tottenham midfielder’s availability, but their interest did not progress after Sarr indicated that his preference was to continue playing in England.

The decision has forced Monaco to consider alternative options as they look to strengthen their midfield.

Sarr wants to stay in England

The 23-year-old midfielder, who previously played for Metz, has made it clear that a return to France is not his priority at this stage of his career.

Sarr’s preference is to remain in the Premier League, although it is not yet certain whether he will continue at Tottenham or move to another English top-flight club.

Tottenham future remains unclear

Sarr’s position comes at a time when his future at Tottenham is uncertain.

The north London club have already spent £185m on two midfielders this summer, potentially increasing competition for places and making Sarr one of the players who could be moved on.

While Monaco have now been ruled out as a destination, Sarr’s desire to stay in the Premier League leaves open the possibility of a move elsewhere in England.

For the Senegal international, the immediate priority appears clear: he wants his next chapter to remain in the Premier League.