The AS Nancy Lorraine has officially announced the signing of Issam Bouaoune. The 23-year-old midfielder is the 4th recruit for the Rouge & Blanc this summer.

Who is Issam Bouaoune?

Issam Bouaoune is a 23-year-old Algerian midfielder, trained at Valenciennes, who has played for Nîmes and Châteauroux.

Why is this signing important for Nancy?

This signing is part of a reinforcement dynamic after the departure of several players from last season's squad. Since the official opening of the transfer market, the Nancy management has recorded the arrivals of Héliohdino Tavares, Logan Ndenbe, and Ilyes Housni.

What is the current context for Nancy?

At the end of the season, Nancy is in 14th place in Ligue 2 with 37 points, 9 wins, 10 losses, and 15 draws in 34 matches. The club won its last match 3-2 against Dunkerque on May 9, 2026.

DateOpponentResult
2026-05-09Dunkerque3-2

What does this mean for Nancy's future?

The arrival of Issam Bouaoune is a sign of the club's willingness to rebuild and play a leading role in Ligue 2 next season. With this recruit, the Rouge & Blanc hope to strengthen their squad and improve their ranking.