Joseph Lopy’s tenure at Angers SCO appears to be approaching a premature conclusion as the midfielder continues to struggle with injuries.
After joining the Ligue 1 club on a free transfer in July 2023, following his stint at Nîmes Olympique, the 32-year-old Senegalese international has yet to make an impact on the pitch.
With his contract running until June 2025, Lopy has not received any extension offers from Angers, raising questions about his future at the club.
This season has been marked by a series of setbacks for the former Sochaux, Orléans, and Clermont Foot player, with injuries sidelining him for the majority of the campaign.
Lopy has featured only once for Angers’ reserve team, and his absence from the first team has left the club’s management increasingly frustrated.
According to sources close to the matter, the patience of the club’s hierarchy is wearing thin as they seek to address the ongoing issue.
Despite his lack of playing time, Lopy’s potential has not gone unnoticed.
The midfielder, who has a market value of approximately €400,000, has reportedly attracted interest from other clubs.
One such club is Apoel Nicosia, a prominent team in Cyprus’s first division.
Sources suggest that Apoel has already initiated discussions and is keen to add Lopy to their roster.
With less than six months remaining on his contract, Lopy will be eligible to negotiate with other clubs starting in January 2025.
This situation could provide him with the opportunity to revive his career away from Angers, where his struggles with injuries have stunted his progress.
Having enjoyed previous success with Senegal’s Diambars academy and various French clubs, Lopy is hopeful that a fresh start could reignite his form and bring back the promise he once showed.
However, with no signs of an imminent revival at Angers, his future in Ligue 1 appears increasingly uncertain.
As Angers prepares for their upcoming Ligue 1 match against Rennes, Lopy’s situation remains a key point of interest.
The club, currently struggling in the league, will look to secure a positive result, though it seems unlikely that the midfielder will feature in the match.
In the coming months, Lopy will likely face critical decisions about his next move, as his time in Angers seems to be drawing to a close.
