Dutch attacker Emmanuel Emegha, 23, attracted interest from many foreign clubs following a season in which he scored 14 goals in 27 league matches. German club RB Leipzig, Italian side Naples, and English teams Newcastle and Aston Villa were all attempting to sign him. This interest was used by his representatives in discussions with Strasbourg.
Initially unconvinced by the career plan presented by the club's owners, BlueCo, Emegha agreed to stay for another year after being offered a package that included a significant salary increase and a plan for a future move to Chelsea. The centre-forward, who joined Strasbourg in July 2023, is under contract until 2028. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €28.00m. He has two caps for the Netherlands and has started the 2025/2026 season with 4 goals and 2 assists in 7 Ligue 1 appearances.
