Fares Chaïbi may be poised for a return to Ligue 1 as Racing Club de Strasbourg consider a move for the Algerian international, who has endured a difficult campaign with Eintracht Frankfurt.
The 22-year-old forward, who previously impressed in France with Toulouse, is attracting interest from Strasbourg as they prepare for a potential squad reshuffle ahead of next season.
With the Alsatian club enjoying a standout season and still in the hunt for a Champions League play-off spot, reinforcements could become a priority, especially amid the likelihood of outgoing transfers.
Chaïbi, once seen as one of Ligue 1’s brightest young talents, made the switch to the Bundesliga in 2023 but has struggled to cement a consistent role in Frankfurt’s lineup.
His fluctuating form has seen his market value dip, prompting speculation about a potential exit this summer. Strasbourg believe they could provide the ideal setting for his resurgence.
The club views Chaïbi as a player who combines youth with top-level experience, a profile that fits their vision of nurturing promising talent while maintaining competitive ambitions.
According to sources close to the French outfit, Strasbourg see the Algerian as a low-risk, high-reward investment—especially given his familiarity with the league and the proximity between Strasbourg and Germany, where he is currently based.
“Strasbourg, still in contention for a Champions League play-off spot, could see several players leave for other places,” a source familiar with the situation noted, underscoring the club’s need to rebuild strategically.
The addition of a versatile attacker like Chaïbi would offer flexibility in attack and strengthen depth ahead of a potentially demanding European schedule.
A move to Strasbourg could also benefit the player himself.
The environment, coupled with the tactical setup under manager Patrick Vieira, may offer Chaïbi the platform he needs to rediscover his form and push for a regular role with Algeria’s national team ahead of upcoming international competitions.
While no official offer has been made, discussions are expected to accelerate as the summer window approaches.
For now, both club and player appear aligned in seeing Strasbourg as a realistic and potentially revitalising destination.
