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Journalist
Passionate about football since a young age, becoming a sports journalist quickly became obvious to Hugo. He would later discover a love for the NBA, before exploring other horizons such as Formula 1 and the NFL.
With a view to securing the future of its promising young players, OM signed Gaël Lafont his first professional contract last year, until June 2026. A player who would be popular in the transfer window. Indeed, several French and European clubs would appreciate the profile of the 18-year-old midfielder.
Avant Enzo Sternal (17 ans), Yanis Sellami (18 years old) and Darryl Bakola (17 years old), entered play on Sunday during the victory against Havre (5-1), l’ABOUT signed his first professional contract with Gaël Lafont. Aged 18, the latter signed up last February until June 2026 with his training club.
De Zerbi hasn't played him this season
On April 18, during the qualification for the semi-finals of the Europa League obtained against the Benfica Lisbon, Gaël Lafont had made his professional debut with theABOUTjust like Raimane Daou. This season, however, the midfielder has not had the opportunity to set foot on Ligue 1 pitches under the orders of Roberto DeZerbi.
Lafont followed in France and abroad
This would not prevent many clubs from being interested in him. Indeed, according to information from At Minutes OMseveral French and European training groups would be interested in the profile of Gaël Lafont.
