Shocking Exodus: Five African players could depart Stade Brestois in 2026 transfer window

Stade Brestois 29 could see significant squad changes in the 2026 transfer window, with several African players or those holding dual African nationality facing uncertain futures.

Expiring contracts, loan deals, and returns to parent clubs suggest the Finistère club may lose key talent at the end of the 2025/26 season.

Soumaïla Coulibaly: temporary stop in Brest

Franco-Malian defender Soumaila Coulibaly, 22, joined Brest on loan from Racing Club de Strasbourg Alsace after a €7.5 million transfer from Borussia Dortmund in 2025.

With a contract running until 2029 at Strasbourg and valued at €7 million, Coulibaly is expected to return to Alsace at the end of the season, making his time in Brest likely temporary.

Junior Dina Ebimbe: return to Bundesliga likely

The Cameroonian midfielder Junior Dina Ebimbe, currently on loan from Eintracht Frankfurt until 2027, could head back to Germany depending on his Ligue 1 performances.

Valued at €6 million, a return to Frankfurt appears the most probable scenario.

Junior Diaz: potential Troyes return

Ivorian central defender Junior Diaz is on loan from ESTAC Troyes.

Valued at €5 million, Diaz may rejoin Troyes to aid their promotion bid, suggesting Brest is only a short-term stop in his career.

Daouda Guindo: future uncertain
Free agent Daouda Guindo signed a one-year deal with Brest after leaving Red Bull Salzburg.

The Malian international, valued at €2 million, has no guaranteed contract extension, and his future will hinge on performance and market interest.

Saliou Diop: contract expiration looms
Senegalese striker Saliou Diop could leave Brest on a free transfer when his contract ends in 2026.

Valued at €500,000, he offers potential but has yet to fully establish himself, making him an attractive target for clubs seeking young talent at low cost.

The 2026 transfer window is likely to be decisive for Stade Brestois, which must balance departures with the integration of new talent to remain competitive in Ligue 1.