Chancel Mbemba set to sign with LOSC for one season | OneFootball

The Congolese international will stay in Ligue 1, now wearing Lille’s colors.

Chancel Mbemba

Chancel Mbemba is on the verge of joining LOSC for one season. The Congolese international, a free agent since leaving Marseille in June, has reached an agreement with Les Dogues. He is scheduled to undergo his medical on Monday before putting pen to paper on his new contract.

Lille had been on the hunt for an experienced center-back following Bafodé Diakité’s transfer to Bournemouth for €40 million. The northern club’s management set their sights on the former OM captain, whose leadership qualities and extensive European experience make him an ideal fit. Bruno Genesio and Olivier Létang are banking on his 31 Champions League appearances and 22 Europa League matches—a valuable pedigree for a club competing in Europe. This signing stands out as a shrewd financial move for LOSC.