L'Équipe reports on the decision-making process behind Michal's loan preference for Metz over Brest. Arpinon specified that he was able to rely on the friendship between Michal and Romain Jean-Baptiste for Metz to be preferred over Brest. Brest was another candidate for a loan.

Lucas Michal is courted by several clubs, including Brest. He did not wish to participate in the elite group match against PSG to express his dissatisfaction with Monaco's management, which now opposes his departure. Despite Monaco previously indicating that a departure was possible, they have closed the door to a transfer, citing the need to retain a sufficient quota of club-trained players for the Champions League.

Brest has put forward a proposal for the permanent transfer of Lucas Michal from AS Monaco, with the offer valued at 2 million euros plus additional bonuses. Michal, who is under contract with AS Monaco until June 2029, is a 20-year-old French forward who appeared 13 times in all competitions during the 2024-2025 season. This summer, he is garnering significant interest from within Ligue 1 clubs. Along with Brest, Nantes is also competing for his signature, having suggested a loan with a 2.5 million euro purchase option. However, this deal structure is not favored by Monaco. Despite this, it seems likely that Michal will leave. Transfermarkt estimates the player's current market value at €500k.