Montpellier signs 17‑year‑old Nassim Amessis as French youth move to Swiss clubs

On 11 July, 17‑year‑old midfielder Nassim Amessis, born in Drancy, signed with Ligue 2 side Montpellier after missing a chance to join Bordeaux due to the club’s administrative relegation. He will train with the U19 or reserve squad after a brief break in Algeria.

At the same time, several French academy players are set for moves to Swiss teams. Le Havre’s 18‑year‑old forward Benoit Sida is expected to join Servette FC; former PSG youth Thomas Cordier, 20, will sign a three‑year contract with Lausanne‑Sport; midfielder Martin Soticek is being considered for a loan to Hajduk Split with a potential option for FC Basel; and defender Simon Simoni is linked to FC Lucerne. Transfer fees mentioned range from €1 million for Coleen Louis to about €2.5 million for Mathis Lambourde.