Mathis Touho: Rodez AF complete signing of Franco-Ivorian winger from FC Villefranche

Rodez AF have completed the signing of left winger Mathis Touho from FC Villefranche in a permanent transfer, with the 21-year-old moving up from the French third tier to join the Ligue 2 side. The deal was finalised on 2026-07-02, with Touho’s contract at Rodez running until 2026-07-02.

The move sees Touho leave FC Villefranche, who compete in France’s third division, for a club established in the second tier, confirming a significant step up in competition for the young attacker. While the exact transfer fee has not been disclosed, the player’s current market value is listed at 400k, underlining that Rodez have invested in a developing talent with notable potential.

Touho, who holds both French and Ivorian nationality, is registered primarily as an attacking left winger and prefers to operate on the left flank while playing off his right foot. Born in Montreuil and standing at 1.85m, he brings a combination of height and pace to the wide areas. His versatility in the attacking line is expected to provide Rodez with additional options in transition and one‑v‑one situations down the wing.

The transfer also confirms a clear change in the competitive context of his career. Having been part of FC Villefranche’s squad in the Championnat National (Ligue 3), Touho will now be competing in Ligue 2 with Rodez. This is a step into a higher-profile environment within French football, offering greater exposure and a more demanding level of opposition on a weekly basis.

No details have been published regarding any previous professional clubs before FC Villefranche, and no prior contract end date at Villefranche is indicated, leaving open the possibility that Touho’s move may have involved a low fee or even a free‑agent type situation. However, the data confirms that his registration is now held by Rodez AF and that he is under contract there until 2026-07-02.

Touho’s dual-national status, with eligibility for both France and Côte d’Ivoire, adds an international dimension to the transfer. He is currently associated at club level only, with no senior national‑team record included in the data. Nonetheless, regular playing time and development in Ligue 2 could bring him onto the radar of selectors for either country in the future.

With the move now completed and his contract confirmed through to 2026-07-02, Touho’s immediate task will be to establish himself in the Rodez squad and translate his promise into consistent performances at a higher level. Success in Ligue 2 could significantly raise his market value beyond the current 400k mark and shape the trajectory of his career over the coming seasons.