Irvin Cardona is desired by Saint-Étienne, where he played on loan last season. Espanyol has approved his departure, but Augsburgo and Saint-Étienne need to reach an agreement for a permanent transfer.

Irvin Cardona has expressed his desire to leave Espanyol and return to Saint-Étienne. Espanyol is open to the idea of ending the striker's loan early but is seeking compensation from Saint-Étienne. Espanyol had paid for the loan from Augsburg and is requesting approximately 500,000 euros, which represents the outstanding amount they owe for the loan. Additionally, there is a purchase option of 1.8 million euros in the contract that Espanyol does not intend to exercise. Saint-Étienne is optimistic about finalizing the deal after reaching an agreement with all parties involved for Cardona's return.

Irvin Cardona has requested to terminate his loan and return to Saint Étienne. His exit could happen immediately.

Marca reports on the potential return of Irvin Cardona to Saint-Étienne from Espanyol. Irvin Cardona, who joined Espanyol on loan from Augsburg, has not performed well and could return to Saint-Étienne, where he played on loan last season. The operation is not straightforward as Augsburg, the German parent club, would need to approve the move.