French rugby and basketball clubs announce major player signings

ASM Clermont Auvergne coach Christophe Uri os confirmed the arrival of several new players for the 2026‑2027 season, highlighting third‑row Kevin Noah on loan from Nevers despite past behavioural concerns. Uri os also praised other recruits, including AJ Lam, Peniami Narisia, Justin Bouraux, Baptiste Germain, Etene Nanai‑Seturo and former Wallaby Darcy Swain, as the club aims to strengthen its squad and qualify for the championship stages.

In basketball, ASVEL of Villeurbanne continues its summer recruitment drive, targeting wing players Both Gach, Riley Minix and centre Daniel Theis. Gach impressed in the EuroCup with JL Bourg, while Minix, a former NBA talent, and Theis, currently with Monaco, remain priority targets. The club also navigated rumors about Tony Parker’s potential coaching role and a possible return of French national Guerschon Yabusele.