François Régis Mughe has completed a permanent move away from Olympique de Marseille, bringing his time at the Ligue 1 club to a close as he signs for Cypriot side AEL Limassol.
The 21-year-old winger has agreed a two-and-a-half-year contract with the Cypriot first-division club, marking a decisive step in his career after struggling to secure regular playing time in Marseille.
The transfer ends a chapter that promised much but delivered limited opportunities at the Stade Vélodrome.
Mughe, who joined Marseille at a young age, was regarded as a player with significant potential but found first-team chances hard to come by. Despite spells with the senior squad, his progress stalled as competition for places intensified.
Last season’s loan move to Dunkirk failed to provide the breakthrough he was seeking, leaving the Cameroonian international at a crossroads in his development.
By opting for a permanent move to AEL Limassol, Mughe has chosen a new environment where he hopes to rediscover rhythm and confidence.
The Cypriot league offers him the prospect of consistent minutes and a more central role, factors that proved elusive during his time in France.
For the winger, the decision represents a clear shift in priorities, favouring continuity and responsibility over remaining on the fringes of a top-flight side.
From Marseille’s perspective, the departure fits into a broader strategy of streamlining the squad. The club has continued efforts to reduce numbers while allowing young players to pursue regular football elsewhere when opportunities at OM are limited.
Mughe’s exit follows a pattern seen in recent seasons, with Marseille facilitating moves for academy products whose pathways to the first team have narrowed.
While his spell at OM did not unfold as hoped, Mughe leaves with valuable experience gained in a demanding environment. The club and player now part ways with the shared understanding that regular football is crucial at this stage of his career.
As he prepares for a new chapter in Cyprus, Mughe will be aiming to establish himself as a key figure at AEL Limassol, using the move as a platform to rebuild momentum and fulfil the potential that once made him one of Marseille’s most promising young talents.
