Hull City Nears €2M Deal for Monaco’s Eliot Matazo

MONACO CITY, Monaco — Hull City is closing in on a €2 million deal to sign AS Monaco midfielder Eliot Matazo, according to reports from French media outlets. The 22-year-old Belgian has struggled for playing time this season, making just two starts in seven appearances across all competitions.

The Championship side is preparing an offer that aligns closely with Monaco’s valuation of the player. Sources indicate that Hull City could submit the bid within the next few hours, aiming to secure Matazo during the winter transfer window.

Monaco appears willing to part ways with Matazo, who has found himself on the fringes of the squad under current management. The midfielder’s limited role has prompted interest from multiple clubs, including FC Nantes, who have been in negotiations for several weeks.

However, talks with Nantes have stalled due to differing transfer strategies. Monaco is seeking a permanent deal, while Nantes has only proposed a loan arrangement. This impasse has opened the door for Hull City to step in with a concrete offer.

Matazo, a product of Monaco’s youth academy, has shown promise but has yet to establish himself as a regular starter. His potential departure would mark the end of a five-year stint with the Ligue 1 club, during which he made 37 appearances and scored one goal.

Hull City, currently competing in England’s second-tier Championship, views Matazo as a key addition to bolster their midfield options. The club’s aggressive pursuit reflects their ambition to strengthen the squad for a potential promotion push.

As the transfer window heats up, all eyes are on Monaco and Hull City to see if the deal will be finalized in the coming days.