Jonathan Zebina Nearing Move to Arles-Avignon as Club Eyes Experience
According to L’Équipe, Jonathan Zebina could soon sign with Arles-Avignon, as the Ligue 2 club continues to reinforce its squad with seasoned players. The report also signals the likely departure of Pascal Chimbonda, another veteran previously linked with the team.
👤 Zebina: Veteran Defender in Talks
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Age: 36
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Last Club: Toulouse FC
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Status: Free agent since June
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Zebina, who has had stints at Juventus, Roma, and Toulouse, would bring significant top-flight experience to a club aiming to stabilize in France’s second division.
🔁 Chimbonda Likely Leaving
While Zebina is potentially arriving, Pascal Chimbonda, also without a club and previously in talks with Arles-Avignon, is reportedly set to depart or not finalize his signing.
⚽ Arles-Avignon’s Veteran Strategy
The club has already signed Mamadou Niang and seems intent on building a backbone of experienced professionals to guide younger players and boost their Ligue 2 campaign.
📅 Expected developments:
Both deals, particularly Zebina’s, could be finalized by the end of the week.
Stay tuned as Arles-Avignon continues to shape a squad full of seasoned names.
