Monaco did not activate their €17 million (£14.5 million) purchase option for Simon Adingra after his loan spell at the club, which took place during the second half of the previous season. The club remains interested in bringing the winger back for another loan.

After a successful loan spell, Simon Adingra has returned to AFC Sunderland. AS Monaco wants to arrange another loan for the player. However, other clubs are also interested in the 24-year-old Ivory Coast winger, including AS Rom, Ipswich Town, Hull City, and West Ham United. Additionally, RB Leipzig is interested in a transfer and has already taken initial steps regarding a potential move. Adingra has 30 caps and 5 goals for his country. He joined Sunderland in July 2025 and his contract runs until 2030. His current market value is €22.00m, according to Transfermarkt. In June 2026, reports mentioned a purchase option for Monaco with a value of €17 million. His most recent permanent transfer was from Brighton to Sunderland in July 2025 for a fee of €24 million.