The 2025/26 season marks a historic chapter for Paris FC, as the capital club secured an impressive 11th-place finish in Ligue 1 – their highest ever top-flight position following promotion. Under the guidance of Antoine Kombouaré, who took over from Stéphane Gilli in February 2026, Les Parisiens have firmly established themselves in the French elite, even recording a famous 2–1 victory over their illustrious neighbours Paris Saint-Germain. The Stade Jean-Bouin, with its intimate 20,000 capacity, has become a surprising fortress where visiting teams struggle against the fervent Parisian support. The club’s ambitious project – backed by the Arnault family with a reported €50 million summer budget – is targeting a finish between 6th and 10th place in 2026/27 with an eye on European qualification. This season’s squad reflects this ambition: a blend of experienced internationals, promising loanees, and emerging young talents, all drilled in Kombouaré’s pragmatic, defensively-organised system. Below lies an exhaustive examination of Paris FC’s first-team roster for 2025/26, organised by position, with each player’s journey, financial details, and stylistic fingerprints dissected thoroughly.
Goalkeepers
Kevin Trapp
Nationality: German
Former Clubs: Eintracht Frankfurt, Paris Saint-Germain
Transfer Fee: Free transfer (2025)
Kevin Trapp brought German international pedigree and vast Champions League experience to Paris FC when he arrived on a free transfer in summer 2025. The 35-year-old’s shot-stopping (76% save percentage in 2025/26) and command of the penalty area (89% cross-claiming success) have been instrumental in Paris FC’s historic season. Trapp’s distribution (88% pass completion), particularly his quick throws to initiate counters, suits Kombouaré’s transitional system. Having started 22 league matches, keeping 8 clean sheets, he has provided invaluable leadership to a young backline. Trapp’s contract runs through 2028. His performance in the 2–1 victory over PSG – making 9 saves including a spectacular penalty stop – cemented his cult hero status.
Obed Nkambadio
Nationality: French
Former Clubs: Paris FC academy
Transfer Fee: Academy graduate
Obed Nkambadio has emerged as a genuinely promising backup, making 12 league appearances in 2025/26 when Trapp was unavailable. The 22-year-old homegrown shot-stopper kept 4 clean sheets and impressed with his reflexes and composure beyond his years. Nkambadio also started all three Coupe de France matches, demonstrating his readiness for regular first-team football. His contract runs through 2029, with the club viewing him as Trapp’s long-term successor.
Rémy Riou
Nationality: French
Former Clubs: Olympique Lyonnais, Nantes, Caen
Transfer Fee: Free transfer (2024)
Rémy Riou, now 39, has served as emergency third-choice option and veteran dressing room presence following his free transfer from Caen. The experienced goalkeeper’s contract expires in 2027, with a coaching role likely thereafter.
Defenders
Moustapha Mbow
Nationality: Senegalese
Former Clubs: Stade de Reims, Paris FC
Transfer Fee: €4 million (2024)
Moustapha Mbow has become Paris FC’s defensive leader and most consistent performer, the Senegalese centre-back providing physicality, reading of the game, and aerial dominance across two seasons at the club. The 25-year-old played 31 league matches (30 starts), forming a formidable partnership with Diego Coppola after the Italian’s January arrival. Mbow’s aerial duel success (85%) leads Paris FC’s defence, neutralising target forwards and providing set-piece security. His tackling (2.7 per 90) and blocks (1.3 per 90) demonstrate old-school defending. Mbow’s contract runs through 2029, with the club rejecting January approaches.
Diego Coppola
Nationality: Italian
Former Clubs: Hellas Verona, Brighton & Hove Albion
Transfer Fee: Loan from Brighton (January 2026)
Diego Coppola’s January 2026 loan arrival from Brighton transformed Paris FC’s defence, the 21-year-old Italian centre-back providing composure, passing range, and tactical intelligence beyond his years. Coppola made 13 league starts, forming an instant understanding with Mbow. His left-footed passing (4.9 progressive passes per 90) initiates attacks from deep. Paris FC are actively seeking to make the loan permanent, though negotiations with Brighton over the transfer fee continue. Coppola’s wages could prove an issue, but the club’s €50 million summer budget may facilitate the deal.
Otavio Ataide
Nationality: Brazilian
Former Clubs: Athletico Paranaense, Paris FC
Transfer Fee: €8 million (2025)
Otavio Ataide arrived with significant expectations but struggled to justify his price tag in his debut Ligue 1 season. The 23-year-old Brazilian made 23 appearances (21 starts), contributing one goal but inconsistent defensive performances that saw him receive six yellow cards and one red. Otavio’s aerial duel success (79%) and tackling (2.4 per 90) remain below the level expected for a marquee signing. He retains potential, but Kombouaré will demand improvement in 2026/27.
Nhoa Sangui
Nationality: French
Former Clubs: Paris FC academy
Transfer Fee: Academy graduate
Nhoa Sangui emerged as one of Ligue 1’s most promising young full-backs in 2025/26, the 19-year-old Frenchman making 26 league appearances (18 starts) across both left-back and right-back positions. Sangui’s recovery pace (34.9 km/h) and defensive positioning (1.8 interceptions per 90) belie his age. He also started all three Coupe de France matches, demonstrating his importance to Kombouaré’s plans. Sangui’s contract runs through 2030, with the club rejecting January approaches.
Hamari Traoré
Nationality: Malian
Former Clubs: Rennes, Paris FC
Transfer Fee: Free transfer (2024)
Hamari Traoré, now 33, provided experience and leadership at right-back when called upon, making 18 league appearances (14 starts). The Malian international’s overlapping runs (3.5 per 90) and crossing (36% accuracy) created one assist. Traoré’s contract runs through 2028.
Samir Chergui
Nationality: Algerian
Former Clubs: Paris FC academy
Transfer Fee: Academy graduate
Samir Chergui, 26, provided reliable centre-back and right-back cover, making 15 league appearances (13 starts) and scoring one goal. Chergui’s versatility offers Kombouaré tactical options. His contract runs through 2028.
Thibault De Smet
Nationality: Belgian
Former Clubs: KAA Gent, Paris FC
Transfer Fee: €2 million (2024)
Thibault De Smet, 27, provided left-back cover with 17 league appearances (13 starts), contributing one assist. However, discipline was an issue – De Smet received six yellow cards and two red cards in limited minutes. His contract runs through 2028.
Timothée Kolodziejczak
Nationality: French
Former Clubs: Nice, Sevilla, Borussia Mönchengladbach, Saint-Étienne, Paris FC
Transfer Fee: Free transfer (2024)
Timothée Kolodziejczak, now 33, provided emergency centre-back depth with 11 league appearances (7 starts). The veteran’s contract runs through 2027.
Tuomas Ollila
Nationality: Finnish
Former Clubs: HJK Helsinki, Paris FC
Transfer Fee: €1.5 million (2024)
Tuomas Ollila, 25, made 10 league appearances (3 starts) as a squad rotation option. The Finnish defender’s contract runs through 2028.
Sofiane Alakouch
Nationality: Moroccan
Former Clubs: Nîmes, Paris FC
Transfer Fee: Free transfer (2024)
Sofiane Alakouch, 28, provided emergency right-back cover with limited minutes. His contract expires in 2027.
Midfielders
Ilan Kebbal
Nationality: Algerian
Former Clubs: Stade de Reims, Paris FC
Transfer Fee: €3 million (2023)
Ilan Kebbal has become Paris FC’s creative heartbeat and primary set-piece specialist, the Algerian international providing dribbling, passing, and goal threat from attacking midfield. The 27-year-old’s finishing (9 goals in 2025/26) and creativity (4 assists) made him the team’s top scorer. Kebbal’s dribbling (3.6 successful take-ons per 90) and close control unlock packed defences. His set-piece delivery – including three penalties converted – added significant value. Kebbal’s contract runs through 2029, with the club rejecting January 2026 approaches.
Maxime Lopez
Nationality: French
Former Clubs: Marseille, Sassuolo, Fiorentina, Paris FC
Transfer Fee: Free transfer (2025)
Maxime Lopez’s arrival from Fiorentina on a free transfer added passing range, tactical intelligence, and Marseille academy pedigree to Paris FC’s midfield. The 27-year-old made 26 league appearances (22 starts), contributing three assists. Lopez’s passing (5.2 progressive passes per 90, 90% completion) and composure under pressure enable Paris FC to build play through midfield. However, discipline remains a concern – he received 11 yellow cards, the most in the squad. Lopez’s contract runs through 2029.
Pierre Lees-Melou
Nationality: French
Former Clubs: Dijon, Nice, Norwich City, Brest
Transfer Fee: Free transfer (2026)
Pierre Lees-Melou arrived on a free transfer from Brest in January 2026, bringing extensive Ligue 1 experience and box-to-box energy to Paris FC’s midfield. The 32-year-old made 22 appearances (20 starts), contributing one goal and three assists. Lees-Melou’s work rate (11.5 kilometres per match) and tackling (2.8 per 90) provide midfield security. His contract runs through 2029.
Marshall Munetsi
Nationality: Zimbabwean
Former Clubs: Wolverhampton Wanderers, Paris FC (loan)
Transfer Fee: Loan from Wolves (January 2026)
Marshall Munetsi’s loan arrival from Wolverhampton Wanderers added physicality, tackling, and late-box arrivals to Paris FC’s midfield. The 29-year-old made 15 appearances (11 starts), scoring 4 goals and providing 1 assist – remarkable production for a defensive midfielder. Paris FC are eager to make the move permanent, but Wolves’ €15 million asking price and Munetsi’s salary demands (exceeding €200,000 per month) are considered unreasonable by the Parisian hierarchy. Negotiations continue.
Adama Camara
Nationality: French
Former Clubs: Paris FC academy
Transfer Fee: Academy graduate
Adama Camara, 28, provided defensive midfield cover with 29 league appearances (26 starts), contributing one goal. Camara’s tackling (2.6 per 90) and work rate provide functional depth. His contract runs through 2028.
Vincent Marchetti
Nationality: French
Former Clubs: AC Ajaccio, Paris FC
Transfer Fee: €1.5 million (2024)
Vincent Marchetti, 28, made 23 league appearances (9 starts), contributing 2 goals and 1 assist. The midfielder’s contract runs through 2028.
Rudy Matondo
Nationality: French
Former Clubs: Paris FC academy
Transfer Fee: Academy graduate
Rudy Matondo, 17, became the youngest goalscorer in Paris FC’s Ligue 1 history in 2025/26, scoring twice in his 11 appearances (8 starts). The teenage midfielder’s composure and technical quality suggest a bright future. Matondo’s contract runs through 2031.
Luca Koleosho
Nationality: Italian
Former Clubs: Burnley, Paris FC (loan)
Transfer Fee: Loan from Burnley (January 2026)
Luca Koleosho’s loan from Burnley added Italian youth pedigree, pace, and wide creativity to Paris FC’s attack. The 20-year-old made 16 appearances (3 starts), scoring 3 goals and providing 1 assist. Koleosho’s acceleration (0-30 km/h in 2.5 seconds) and dribbling (3.7 successful take-ons per 90) terrorise tired defenders. Paris FC hold a €20 million purchase option, but the fee is considered too high, slowing negotiations.
Lohann Doucet
Nationality: Burkinabé (French-born)
Former Clubs: Paris FC academy
Transfer Fee: Academy graduate
Lohann Doucet, 23, made 5 league appearances (limited minutes) as a squad rotation option.
Forwards
Willem Geubbels
Nationality: French
Former Clubs: Olympique Lyonnais, AS Monaco, FC Nantes
Transfer Fee: Free transfer (2025)
Willem Geubbels’ career finally found stability at Paris FC, the 23-year-old forward contributing 5 goals in 24 league appearances (12 starts). Geubbels’ movement off the shoulder (2.9 shots per 90) and finishing (22% conversion rate) have justified his arrival on a free transfer. He also converted one penalty. Geubbels’ contract runs through 2029.
Alimami Gory
Nationality: Malian (French-born)
Former Clubs: Paris FC academy
Transfer Fee: Academy graduate
Alimami Gory, 28, enjoyed his most productive professional season in 2025/26, scoring 5 goals and providing 1 assist in 24 league appearances (9 starts). Gory’s pace (34.8 km/h) and direct running provide a valuable attacking option from the left flank. His contract runs through 2029.
Moses Simon
Nationality: Nigerian
Former Clubs: Levante, Nantes, Paris FC
Transfer Fee: Free transfer (2025)
Moses Simon’s arrival from Nantes added Nigerian international pace, experience, and Ligue 1 pedigree to Paris FC’s attack. The 30-year-old made 29 appearances (25 starts), contributing 3 goals and 3 assists. Simon’s dribbling (3.4 successful take-ons per 90) and defensive work rate (tracking full-backs) make him a reliable wide option. His contract runs through 2029.
Jean-Philippe Krasso
Nationality: Ivorian
Former Clubs: Saint-Étienne, Paris FC
Transfer Fee: €3 million (2024)
Jean-Philippe Krasso, 28, made 25 league appearances (12 starts), scoring 2 goals and providing 2 assists (including one penalty). The Ivorian forward’s contract runs through 2028.
Jonathan Ikoné
Nationality: French
Former Clubs: Paris Saint-Germain, Lille, Fiorentina
Transfer Fee: Free transfer (2025)
Jonathan Ikoné’s arrival from Fiorentina added French international pedigree, dribbling, and creativity to Paris FC’s attack. The 27-year-old made 23 appearances (13 starts), scoring 3 goals and providing 1 assist. Ikoné’s dribbling (3.5 successful take-ons per 90) and close control unlock packed defences – he also scored 4 goals in 3 Coupe de France matches. Ikoné’s contract runs through 2029.
Ciro Immobile
Nationality: Italian
Former Clubs: Lazio, Borussia Dortmund, Sevilla, Torino
Transfer Fee: Free transfer (2026)
Ciro Immobile’s January 2026 arrival from Lazio was the transfer story of the winter window, the 35-year-old Italian legend bringing finishing, movement, and leadership to Paris FC. Immobile made 12 appearances (9 starts), scoring 2 goals and providing 2 assists. While his physical peak has passed, his penalty-box instincts and mentorship of younger forwards remain invaluable. Immobile’s contract runs through 2028.
Julien López
Nationality: Algerian (French-born)
Former Clubs: Paris FC academy
Transfer Fee: Academy graduate
Julien López, 34, made 7 league appearances (limited minutes) as a veteran rotational option. His contract expires in 2027.
Lamine Gueye
Nationality: Senegalese
Former Clubs: Paris FC academy
Transfer Fee: Academy graduate
Lamine Gueye, 28, made limited appearances but provided one assist in his brief cameos.
Pierre-Yves Hamel
Nationality: French
Former Clubs: Lorient, Paris FC
Transfer Fee: Free transfer (2024)
Pierre-Yves Hamel, 32, made 2 league appearances as emergency striker depth. His contract expires in 2027.
Summer 2026 Transfer Outlook
Paris FC are primed for a busy summer 2026 transfer window with a reported €50 million budget. Key priorities include:
Malang Sarr
(Lens, free transfer): The 27-year-old centre-back is out of contract and would provide elite Ligue 1 experience.
Matthis Abline
(Nantes, €20-30 million): The 23-year-old forward (11 goals in 2024/25) is admired by Kombouaré.
Permanent deals for loanees
Diego Coppola, Marshall Munetsi, and Luca Koleosho – though price negotiations are difficult.
Conclusion
Paris FC’s 2025/26 squad represents the most talented and ambitious group assembled in the club’s 55-year history, a testament to the Arnault family’s investment, Antoine Kombouaré’s pragmatic coaching, and the academy’s continued production (Nkambadio, Sangui, Matondo). The defence, anchored by Moustapha Mbow’s Senegalese physicality and Diego Coppola’s Italian composure, provided platform for an historic 11th-place finish. The midfield, dominated by Ilan Kebbal’s Algerian creativity and Maxime Lopez’s French passing, controls matches through pressing and technical quality. The attack, headlined by Moses Simon’s Nigerian pace and Willem Geubbels’s French finishing, carries sufficient goal threat. Crucially, Paris FC has balanced immediate competitiveness with long-term planning; the academy continues to produce first-team talent, while the club’s €50 million summer budget promises further evolution. The looming challenge involves converting loan deals (Coppola, Munetsi, Koleosho) into permanent transfers and establishing Paris FC as Ligue 1’s undisputed second force behind PSG. Yet the Stade Jean-Bouin’s intimate atmosphere provides emotional fuel. Paris FC no longer hopes merely to survive; they expect to challenge for European qualification. This squad appears equipped to continue their remarkable ascent. Allez Paris FC.
