Montpellier Hérault is poised to sign Nabil Homssa,a 23-year-old midfielder currently playing for Voltigeurs de Châteaubriant,in the coming hours. The transfer, which would see Homssa join the French club with a three-and-a-half-year contract, comes as a notable blow to his current team, according to coach Papy Leye.
A Rising Star Heads to Hérault
The talented midfielder is set to bolster Montpellier’s squad before the January transfer window closes.
- Nabil Homssa, 23, is expected to sign a three-and-a-half-year contract with Montpellier Hérault.
- His current coach, Papy Leye, described the move as a “big loss” for Voltigeurs de Châteaubriant.
- Homssa previously played university soccer in the United States between 2022 and 2024.
- Known as “The Mozart of football” in Châteaubriant, Homssa is a technically gifted, offensive-minded player.
“it’s a big loss for us and we won’t have time to replace him given that the transfer window ends on January 31,” Leye stated.
An Atypical Path to Professional Football
Homssa’s journey to professional football is somewhat unconventional. Trained at the Stade de Reims, he spent two years playing at the highest university level in the United States, earning a scholarship during that period. He returned to France and the Pays de la Loire region, where he has since flourished with Châteaubriant. While Montpellier may have initially sought a defensive midfielder, Homssa’s skillset leans towards an offensive profile, offering a creative spark and strong passing ability.
The player has also gained a following on TikTok, where he shares glimpses into his life as a footballer, potentially offering fans a closer look at his career with Montpellier. The club’s supporters are eagerly anticipating his official signature.
