OGC Nice aims to secure Olivier Ntcham before summer 2026

OGC Nice has officially put Cameroonian midfielder Olivier Ntcham at the top of its transfer list, the player being free after his spell at Samsunspor. The French club sees him as a key addition to turn around a tough season, sitting 16th in Ligue 1 with 32 points (7 wins, 11 draws, 16 losses) and a recent form of WDDLD.

Why does Ntcham appeal to the Aiglons?

Trained at Le Havre and having played for Marseille in 2021, Ntcham already knows the pace of Ligue 1. His French experience blends with a solid Turkish season: 34 matches, three goals and one assist. At 30, he combines consistency with league knowledge, two traits the Nice staff are hunting for in players who can make an immediate impact in midfield.

What benefits would Nice gain?

Ntcham’s arrival would require no transfer fee, easing the club’s financial load. Besides strengthening the midfield, he brings a game‑reading ability suited to Luc Felis’s tactical plan, which relies on versatile players to support both defence and attack. His time at Samsunspor, where he featured in 34 games across all competitions, proves he can handle a full‑season workload.

When could the deal be sealed?

Rumours suggest negotiations could speed up in the coming weeks, with the summer market already buzzing. If Nice finalises the move, Ntcham would join a squad that has conceded 60 goals this season while scoring 37, a -23 goal difference that highlights the urgent need for creativity in midfield. The club hopes to narrow the 44‑point gap separating it from leaders Paris Saint‑Germain.

Nice’s current situation

The Aiglons are battling to escape the relegation zone. Their 16th‑place standing, 32 points total, reflects a campaign of uneven results. A signing like Ntcham could provide the stability needed to turn lost matches into valuable points, especially as the season draws to a close.