Nabil Fekir belongs to a very closed circle. Like Zinedine Zidane, Thierry Henry, Didier Deschamps, Kylian Mbappe, Paul Pogba and Antoine Griezmann, he is one of the rare French footballers to become world champions. The former Olympique Lyon player went on an adventure during the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. A moment sealed for life for the Lyon native, who was struggling to make it big at the time. “Do I understand that I am a world champion? I try… Winning the World Championship does not happen to everyone. You need to take advantage of these moments and, above all, enjoy them.”
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Eight years later, Fekir certainly appreciates the progress he has made: his life as a footballer has changed a lot since then. Captain and leader of OL when he won the world title with the Tricolores, he then joined Real Betis Balompie in 2019. There he became a leader and an important element on the field of the Andalusian club. The Frenchman and his associates also flourished in Seville. But in 2024, the attacking midfielder left this environment in which he had enjoyed so much for five years. With the Copa del Rey under his arm, he set out for new adventures.
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Nabil Fekir is free and motivated
But he left with wonderful memories. “The best moment of my career was lifting the Cup and winning it at home in our city.”– admitted the football player born in 93, who then settled in Al-Jazeera. Contributor to 9 goals and 6 assists in 31 appearances in all competitions in his first year, followed by 10 goals and 4 assists in 25 appearances in the 2025/26 season. His last match in an Al Jazira shirt. The club recently confirmed his departure on its account. X. “Thank you all for all the happy moments you have given to the pride of Al Jazeera with your goals, assists and endless generosity under the pride jersey.”could we read the publication.
Following the expiration of his contract on June 30, Fekir officially became a free player for a few days. At almost 33 years old (he will turn 18 July, editor’s note), the Frenchman is ready to take on a new challenge. It also represents a fantastic opportunity for clubs looking for an experienced reinforcement (474 appearances, 131 goals and 84 assists) and is available for €0 (no transfer fees, but a signing bonus is possible, editor’s note). Which could make him a good shot at sporting success. According to our information, the player is open to any project if an interesting opportunity presents itself. He has a slight preference to continue playing in the Gulf, but he is not closing any doors. On the other side of the Pyrenees, some media outlets are reporting a possible return to Spain, but nothing has been confirmed. Always very motivated, Nabil Fekir is patient before finding the right model.
Pub. and 04/07/2026 18:05
– Updated 07/04/2026, 20:36.