Laval, Stade Lavallois, announced three ambitious signings on the first day of the transfer market. Hermann Esmel, defensive midfielder, arrives from Puy Foot 43, while Jules Gaudin, left-back, joins from Charleroi. Esteban Mouton, right-back, is a product of Saint-Étienne and played for Orléans last season. These three signings meet clear needs in the Laval squad, which lacked solidity this season. Esmel, Gaudin, and Mouton are all under contract until 2027, showing the club's confidence in their abilities. Stade Lavallois wants to move quickly and start a new chapter in its history after a narrow promotion to Ligue 2.