Billal Brahimi is close to returning to French football, with the Algerian international winger nearing a move to Le Havre AC after an unconvincing spell in Brazil.
Talks between the player and the Normandy club are reported to be at an advanced stage, as Brahimi looks to revive his career following a lack of playing time in South America.
The former Nice player joined Brazil with the ambition of rediscovering form and momentum, but his experience failed to unfold as hoped.
Brahimi struggled to secure a regular place in the team, making only limited appearances and finding it difficult to adapt to his new environment.
Marginalised by his coach and gradually excluded from the club’s plans, his situation quickly became uncertain.
In recent weeks, Santos’ management has been working towards an amicable separation, a move that would ease the player’s return to Europe.
Le Havre have moved to take advantage of the situation. Locked in a battle to avoid relegation and operating under financial constraints, the club sees Brahimi as a calculated and low-risk option.
His versatility, with the ability to operate on either wing, fits the profile sought by sporting director Mathieu Bodmer, who continues to explore the market with caution and efficiency.
For Brahimi, the prospect of returning to France carries both sporting and personal significance. A familiar league, a more stable environment and the possibility of regular minutes could offer him the conditions needed to relaunch his career after a challenging period abroad.
There remain questions surrounding his current form following months on the fringes, but Le Havre appear ready to take that gamble.
The club believes that Brahimi’s experience and technical qualities could prove valuable as they fight to secure their place in Ligue 1.
While a few administrative details still need to be resolved, all indications suggest that an agreement is close.
If finalised, the move would mark a new chapter for Brahimi, as he prepares to resume his career on the French coast after a brief and difficult Brazilian adventure.
Selon la presse brésilienne, le @HAC_Foot s’intéresse à Bilal Brahimi, l’ailier algérien de 25 ans !
Le gaucher formé à Reims puis passé par Angers et Nice notamment va résilier son contrat avec Santos !
Affaire à suivre… ⏳#Ligue1 @Ligue1 @TransfertRadar pic.twitter.com/begTjq3cZT
— Doyens, Le Média (@DoyensLeMedia) January 21, 2026
