World Cup winner Steven Nzonzi agrees to join Ligue 2 club Dunkerque
Steven Nzonzi, a 37-year-old French midfielder and 2018 World Cup winner with 20 international caps, has agreed in principle to join USL Dunkerque in Ligue 2. A free agent after leaving Stoke City in July 2024, Nzonzi will return to French football after five years. He is set to undergo a medical on July 30, 2026, and his experience is expected to aid Dunkerque’s promotion push.
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Steven Nzonzi signs for Dunkerque
Steven Nzonzi, the 37-year-old French midfielder and 2018 World Cup winner, has signed with Ligue 2 club Dunkerque. The move marks his return to French football after a stint at Stade Rennais in 2020 and 17 years after leaving Amiens. Nzonzi had been a free agent since his contract with Stoke City ended in June 2026, having played 30 Championship matches and scored one goal last season. Dunkerque, who finished 10th in Ligue 2 last season, announced the signing on social media, welcoming the experienced midfielder to guide their squad. Nzonzi's career includes spells in top European leagues and a World Cup triumph with France in 2018.
2018 World Cup Winner Steven Nzonzi Set to Sign for Ligue 2 Club Dunkerque
Steven Nzonzi, a 2018 World Cup champion with the French national team, is expected to finalize his transfer to USL Dunkerque, a Ligue 2 club in northern France. According to La Voix du Nord, the 37-year-old midfielder will travel to the region on Thursday, July 30, 2026, to undergo a medical examination, the final step before signing his contract. Nzonzi, who previously played for top clubs including Sevilla, Roma, and Rennes, is set to discover Ligue 2 for the first time. If the deal is confirmed, he could be presented to Dunkerque supporters during the weekend's friendly match against Mechelen, though he is not expected to play in that game. The transfer ends several weeks of speculation and marks a significant move for both the player and the club.
Dunkerque to Recruit 2018 World Champion Steven Nzonzi
USL Dunkerque is set to sign 37-year-old French midfielder Steven Nzonzi, a 2018 World Cup winner, according to L'Equipe. Nzonzi, who is a free agent after leaving Stoke City in early July 2026, will return to France five years after his stint at Stade Rennais. He has accepted the challenge of playing in Ligue 2, a league he started his career in with Amiens. The veteran, with 20 caps for France, played 31 matches in all competitions last season in England. Dunkerque hopes his experience and top-level know-how will guide the squad towards promotion to Ligue 1.
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Steven Nzonzi agrees to join Dunkerque in Ligue 2
French midfielder Steven Nzonzi, a 2018 World Cup winner with 20 international caps, has reached an agreement in principle with Ligue 2 club Dunkerque. The 37-year-old, who has been a free agent since leaving Stoke City in early July 2024, is set to return to France after five years. Nzonzi previously played in Ligue 2 with Amiens during the 2008-2009 season and later featured for Rennes in Ligue 1 between 2019 and 2021. Last season, he played 31 matches for Stoke City, including 30 in the Championship (17 starts) and one in the FA Cup. The contract duration has not yet been disclosed.
Steven Nzonzi agrees to join Dunkerque in Ligue 2
French midfielder Steven Nzonzi, a 2018 World Cup winner with 20 international caps, has reached an agreement in principle with Ligue 2 club Dunkerque. The 37-year-old has been a free agent since leaving Stoke City in early July 2024, following a season where he made 31 appearances (30 in the Championship, 17 starts). Nzonzi previously played in Ligue 2 with Amiens during the 2008-2009 season and later featured for Rennes in Ligue 1 between 2019 and 2021. The contract duration has not been disclosed. This move marks an unexpected return to French football for the veteran midfielder.
Steven Nzonzi agrees to join Ligue 2 side Dunkerque
Steven Nzonzi, the 2018 World Cup winner with France, has reached an agreement in principle to join Dunkerque, a Ligue 2 club. The 37-year-old midfielder, who has 20 international caps, has been a free agent since leaving Stoke City in early July. Nzonzi is coming off a season where he played 31 matches, including 30 in the English Championship and one in the FA Cup. He previously played in Ligue 2 with Amiens during the 2008-2009 season and later featured for Rennes in Ligue 1 between 2019 and 2021. The contract duration has not yet been disclosed. This move marks an unexpected return to French football for the veteran midfielder.