Emmanuel Kiah, the 19-year-old Cameroonian midfielder and captain of Sim’s FC de Bafoussam, is on the verge of completing a transfer to French side FC Nantes, marking his first step into European football.
The promising youngster, who has already featured for Cameroon’s U20 national team, is expected to sign a three-year contract with the Ligue 1 club.
As part of the initial phase of his integration, Kiah will join Nantes’ reserve team, which competes in National 3—the fifth tier of French football.
Reports says that an agreement has been reached between FC Nantes and Sim’s FC de Bafoussam.
The move is viewed as a significant career leap for Kiah, who has drawn attention for his leadership, technical ability, and on-pitch intelligence during his time captaining the Cameroonian outfit.
FC Nantes’ decision to secure Kiah’s services before the official opening of the transfer window underlines their intent to continue investing in young talent.
The club, known for nurturing emerging players, sees Kiah as a valuable addition to its developmental structure.
His inclusion in the reserve squad is expected to add depth and energy, with an eye on potential elevation to the senior team in the future.
Kiah’s transfer also highlights the increasing trend of European clubs scouting and signing emerging African prospects at an early stage.
His move to Nantes makes him the second player from Sim’s FC de Bafoussam to secure a European contract, following in the footsteps of Ulrich Fokam, who recently joined Lille.
This milestone not only signifies a personal achievement for Kiah but also marks a proud moment for Sim’s FC, a relatively young academy steadily gaining recognition for its ability to produce high-potential talent.
The club’s growing influence in Cameroonian football is beginning to attract international attention, opening more pathways for its players to compete abroad.
Kiah’s move to France is expected to be completed in the coming days, pending formalities.
The Cameroonian midfielder will aim to use this opportunity to refine his skills, adapt to a higher level of competition, and ultimately break into the top tier of European football.
