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French-Algerian forward Samy Baghdadi has completed his transfer from FC Versailles to Valenciennes FC, following a standout campaign that saw him wear the captain’s armband and lead the National side with consistent attacking performances. The 27-year-old striker, who arrived at Versailles in 2024 from Dunkerque, was officially unveiled as a Valenciennes player on Wednesday. Over […]
Olympique de Marseille have confirmed the loan of promising left-back Alexi Koum to Valenciennes FC. The 19-year-old will join the National side on a temporary deal running until the end of the 2025–26 season. Koum, who arrived at Marseille in July 2024 and signed his first professional contract with the club, has been sent out […]
Aymen Boutoutaou has officially left Valenciennes FC after six seasons to sign a two-year deal with FC Sochaux, marking the beginning of a new chapter in his professional football career. The 24-year-old Algerian winger, who spent his entire senior career with the northern French side, moves on following the club’s relegation from Ligue 2 to […]
Valenciennes Midfielder Sekou Baradji Suspended for Two Matches Valenciennes will be without midfielder Sekou Baradji for their upcoming two fixtures after the Franco-Malian defensive midfielder was handed a two-match suspension. Baradji received a red card in the recent game against Nîmes, adding to a previous suspension from the Yzeure match. As a result, he will […]
Valenciennes Eye Move for Toulouse Goalkeeper Ali Ahamada BBC-style report – under 500 words Toulouse goalkeeper Ali Ahamada could be on his way out of the Ligue 1 club before the transfer window closes, with relegated side Valenciennes showing keen interest in securing his services. Ahamada, 22, has seen his playing time significantly reduced at […]
Olympique de Marseille is keen on signing Arthur Masuaku, the promising left-back from Valenciennes. However, OM’s initial offer—less than one million euros—has been firmly rejected. Jean-Raymond Legrand, president of Valenciennes, spoke out clearly at a press conference: “There are not just two players involved, but people expect VAFC to fall, hoping to get players for […]
That’s a sad and troubling development for Valenciennes FC, a club with a long history in French football. After their relegation to Ligue 2 following a tough 2013-2014 season, the confirmation of bankruptcy proceedings marks a critical and uncertain chapter. President Jean-Raymond Legrand formally declared the bankruptcy before the Valenciennes Commercial Court, which now holds […]
