Andy Pelmard (26) could leave Clermont Foot on a free transfer during the January transfer window, with the Ligue 2 club struggling to pay his salary, as per a report from Sacha Tavolieri.

Pelmard, a Madagascar international, who had played for France’s youth sides up to and including U21 level before switching allegiances, is under contract until the end of the season. So far this campaign, the defender has played twice in Ligue 2.

However, he may not seen out the campaign with the Auvergnats. Bought in the summer of 2023, he has had spells out on loan at Lecce, UD Las Palmas, and most recently, Jagiellonia. He returned from the latter in the summer.

Pelmard had been linked with a return to formative club OGC Nice earlier in the season. Whilst he may not return to Le Gym, he could certainly be on the move. On too high a salary, he recently held talks with Clermont Foot’s sporting director, who informed the defender that, for financial reasons, they would be willing to facilitate a free transfer this winter. The player accepted this solution.