AS Nancy Lorraine strengthen their defence by signing experienced goalkeeper Geoffrey Lembet on a short-term contract.
The 37-year-old arrives as a free agent after parting ways with Stade Rennais this summer.
The Ligue 2 BKT side move quickly to cover for injuries to first-team keepers Enzo Basilio and Martin Sourzac.
Lembet brings a long career and major experience to the newly promoted squad.
The Central African Republic international boasts 41 senior caps for his country.
He also records 62 appearances in France’s National league and 52 matches in Ligue 2 BKT.
His résumé includes notable spells at Red Star, Sedan and Rennes.
Now he returns to a familiar region, linking up with a club that sees his experience as vital.
Nancy confirmed the signing in a formal statement on their official platforms.
“Geoffrey Lembet comes from Nancy,” the club wrote.
“An experienced player, he has played for Red Star, Sedan and Rennes in recent years.”
“This 37-year-old goalkeeper signs with AS Nancy Lorraine until the end of the season.”
The deal signals urgency, but also strategy.
Nancy refuse to gamble their return to Ligue 2 on limited goalkeeper depth.
The club seek stability, leadership and reliability at the back.
Lembet ticks those boxes with decades of game management, dressing-room discipline and shot-stopping experience.
His role starts immediately.
Nancy need consistency as they navigate the pressures of a promotion season.
The coaching staff want a goalkeeper who communicates loudly, reads tempo, and organises a defence.
They believe Lembet delivers all three without adjustment time.
For Lembet, the move offers a fresh competitive chapter late in his career.
He arrives fit, available and motivated, with national team experience still part of his identity.
His signing also provides younger players with a senior figure who models preparation and professionalism.
Nancy supporters now look to see how quickly their new keeper adapts.
More importantly, they hope his arrival stabilises a position shaken by injury setbacks.
The club, aware of the narrow margins in Ligue 2, act sharply to protect their campaign ambitions.
