Cameroon international Fabrice Ondoa is poised to leave Riga FS this summer, drawing a close to what has been a standout campaign in Latvia.
The 29-year-old goalkeeper played a key role in helping the club secure a domestic double and make a notable appearance in the Europa League.
His consistent form between the posts—commanding in the air and composed on the line—has earned widespread praise, yet Ondoa appears ready to embrace a new challenge despite his contract running until June 2025.
Having initially moved to Latvia to revive a career that had lost momentum, Ondoa has reestablished his reputation as a dependable and experienced goalkeeper.
The former FC Barcelona youth product, who rose to prominence after graduating from the Samuel Eto’o Foundation, has now halted talks over a contract extension with Riga FS, signalling a likely departure in the upcoming transfer window.
This planned departure opens the door to new opportunities for the 2017 African champion,” a source close to the player revealed, confirming that potential moves are being explored in Russia and Switzerland—two leagues where Ondoa’s international pedigree and consistency could be valuable assets.
Ondoa’s current market valuation stands at €500,000, according to Transfermarkt, a figure that places him within reach of several mid-tier European clubs seeking an experienced shot-stopper.
His profile, which combines Champions League experience with international success—including lifting the Africa Cup of Nations in 2017 as Cameroon’s first-choice keeper—adds further appeal to potential suitors.
His time in Latvia, though initially seen as a stepping stone, has proven transformative.
Riga FS offered the former Sevilla B and KV Oostende player a platform to showcase his resilience and quality, traits that have reignited interest across the continent.
As Riga FS prepare for their upcoming 13th league match against FK Liepāja, Ondoa remains committed to the club’s immediate objectives.
However, his anticipated exit suggests this may be the final chapter of his Latvian journey.
For a player whose career has traversed the heights of continental triumphs and the depths of rebuilding phases, this next move could mark the beginning of yet another compelling phase.
As the transfer window approaches, all eyes will be on where Fabrice Ondoa lands next.
