Axel Witsel joins OGC Nice on a free, signs one-year deal plus option | OneFootball

Axel Witsel has joined OGC Nice on a free transfer. The 37-year-old has signed a one-year contract with an option for a further season after a full campaign with Girona.

The club confirmed the move at 22:00 on Tuesday in a statement that included Witsel's comments.

He has followed Nice and had contact with the club a few years ago, and a call from the hierarchy and coach convinced him to come.

He felt an immediate understanding with them, feels in good physical condition and remains mentally fresh.

Witsel arrives with humility and the desire to help the team deliver a strong season, and to help the club return to where it believes it should be.

He is eager to get to work and to discover the Nice supporters and Ligue 1.

Source: L'Équipe

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