Columbus Crew have loaned midfielder Hugo Picard to French Ligue 1 side ES Troyes AC through the 2027 MLS Sprint Season. Troyes has the option to acquire Picard permanently at the end of the loan.

The Columbus Crew acquired Picard from French Ligue 2 side En Avant Guingamp on July 14, 2025. He joined the Crew as part of Major League Soccer’s U22 Initiative and occupied an international roster spot. The 23-year-old is under contract with the Black & Gold through the 2028 season with a club option for 2029.

The native of Cholet, France has tallied two goals and two assists in 26 regular season appearances (14 starts) for the Crew and four goals during the 2026 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup.