L'Équipe reports on AS Monaco's interest in Hicham Boudaoui as a potential replacement for Denis Zakaria. AS Monaco is considering Hicham Boudaoui as a potential replacement if Denis Zakaria leaves. Boudaoui, under contract with OGC Nice until 2027, is a standout player. Despite his interest in moving, Nice wants to retain him, especially since Morgan Sanson is injured. The club's major shareholder, Ineos, would consider a proposal from Monaco. However, no official interest from Monaco has been reported, and Boudaoui will remain at Nice as long as Zakaria stays at Monaco.

OGC Nice's coach, Franck Haise, firmly denied any possibility of 25-year-old Algerian midfielder Hicham Boudaoui leaving the club during the transfer window. Haise stated that the club decides who stays and who leaves, emphasizing the club's intention to maintain and strengthen the team. Boudaoui might have some desire to leave, but the club aims to keep him to achieve their goal of reaching the top 7. The player's contract runs until 2027 and he has been linked with Manchester United, with Transfermarkt estimating his market value at €15 million.