Questions surrounding the future of KATSEYE member Manon Bannerman have resurfaced after recent comments from group leader Sophia Laforteza sparked fresh discussion among fans.

Manon has been on a temporary hiatus since February, when her agency announced that she would step away from activities to focus on her health and overall well-being. At the time, the statement emphasized that the break was intended to allow her to recover and prioritize her personal wellness before returning to group activities.

Months later, however, fans are still waiting for a significant update regarding her status.

During a recent interview, Sophia was asked about promoting as a five-member group and how the absence of Manon has affected the team. Her response immediately caught the attention of fans online.

Sophia explained that the members continue to support Manon and remain focused on her recovery, acknowledging that it has been difficult to continue activities without one of the original six members.

She emphasized that the group has shared many important experiences together and that the members remain supportive of Manon throughout her hiatus. Sophia also reassured fans that Manon still cares deeply about the fandom and appreciates their continued support.

While the comments were intended to comfort fans, they instead triggered a wave of speculation across social media.

Many supporters were relieved to hear Sophia directly confirm that Manon remains on hiatus rather than having permanently left the group. For those fans, the comments served as a reminder that the members continue to view Manon as part of KATSEYE and are maintaining contact with her during her recovery period.

Others, however, expressed growing frustration over the lack of detailed updates from the agency.

A common complaint among fans is that several months have passed since the initial announcement, yet there has been little official communication regarding Manon’s condition, progress, or potential return timeline. Some fans argued that while they fully support her need for privacy and recovery, they would appreciate greater transparency regarding her status within the group.

The discussion quickly spread across fan communities, where theories about Manon’s future began circulating once again. Some fans interpreted Sophia’s comments as a positive sign that a return is eventually planned, while others worried that the continued absence of concrete information could indicate a longer hiatus than originally expected.

At the center of the debate is a simple request from many supporters: an official update.

Fans have repeatedly stated that they do not need personal medical details or private information. Instead, many are hoping for clarification about whether Manon is making progress toward returning to activities and whether the group has any plans regarding future promotions involving all six members.

Despite the speculation, there is currently no indication that Manon has left KATSEYE. Sophia’s comments specifically described her as still being on hiatus, and there has been no official announcement suggesting any change to that status.

For now, supporters remain divided between optimism and uncertainty. While Sophia’s remarks reassured fans that Manon continues to receive support from both the group and the fandom, they also highlighted how eager many people are for a clearer update from management.

Until an official statement is released, discussions about Manon’s future with KATSEYE are likely to continue, with fans closely watching for any sign of her eventual return to the stage.