Winning comeback: five stars revived by Ligue 1 | OneFootball

Free since March 2025 after his suspension, Paul Pogba has officially committed to AS Monaco for a two-year contract, in order to give a new boost to his stagnant career and fight for a place in the Blues for the 2026 World Cup.

Falling back on L1 to regain his superb form: Pogba is added to the long list of French stars who have taken this path.

Hatem Ben Arfa → OGC Nice (2015)

After disappointing stints at Newcastle and Hull, Ben Arfa returns to Ligue 1 with Nice. There, he has an exceptional season: 17 goals, a rediscovered technique, and a won-over public. This spectacular return propels him to the highest level, to the point of returning to the Blues and then signing with PSG.

Alexandre Lacazette → Olympique Lyonnais (2022)

Downgraded at Arsenal, "Laca" returns to OL to relaunch his career. A winning return, with a natural leader role and rediscovered performances – a typical example of a successful comeback.

Adrien Rabiot → Olympique de Marseille (2024)

Slighted by the big clubs after his free departure from Juve, Rabiot returns to Ligue 1 to join OM in September 2024, at 29 years old, despite a decrease in his pay. He forms a promising midfield duo with Højbjerg, bringing stability to Marseille.

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang → Olympique de Marseille (2023)

Benched from his first season at Chelsea, the Franco-Gabonese Aubameyang joins OM. He rediscovers his goal-scoring instinct, scores important goals in the Europa League and the championship, and quickly becomes an offensive leader. A return that confirms his status as a high-level player.

Jean-Pierre Papin → Bordeaux (1996)

Crowned Ballon d'Or in 1991, Papin returns to France after experiences at Bayern and Atalanta. At Bordeaux, he participates in the European epic of 1996, with Zidane and Dugarry. There's no place like home.

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