Meunier joined Lille on a free transfer in the summer of 2024 and made 25 league appearances last season, contributing one goal and two assists. He is not expected to be offered a new deal by the French club.
According to transfer journalist Sacha Tavolieri, Hull have made contact with Meunier and negotiations are at an advanced stage. The player is open to making the switch, which would give him his first experience of the Premier League after a career that has included spells at Paris Saint-Germain and Borussia Dortmund.
Hull won promotion via the Championship playoff final against Middlesbrough last season and are building their squad ahead of a return to the top flight. A player of Meunier's experience would represent a significant addition as the club looks to establish themselves at Premier League level.
The Belgium international finished the season on the right side of Lille's defence and still offers quality and versatility. At 34 and available on a free transfer, he represents an attractive low-risk option for a promoted side that needs to add Premier League-ready experience quickly.
Meunier brings more than 80 Belgium caps to the table alongside his extensive club experience. For a Hull side returning to the Premier League for the first time in several seasons, signing a player who has operated consistently at the top of the European game gives their backline immediate credibility.
Tavolieri's report indicates that both the fee structure — free transfer — and the player's own enthusiasm for the move make this a deal that could be concluded quickly, provided the personal terms are agreed without complication.