Montpellier FC welcomes back Solène Durand after 9-year absence

Montpellier FC welcomes back Solène Durand after 9-year absence

Montpellier FC goalkeeper Solène Durand returns to the club after a 9-year absence, joining the team for the 2026-27 season. She spent three seasons in Serie A with Sassuolo.

Why it matters for Montpellier

The arrival of Solène Durand is a good news for the Hérault-based club's fans, who hope for a better season than the last one. Montpellier finished 10th in D1F last season, but with the arrival of the goalkeeper, they hope to do better this season.

What comes next?

Solène Durand will arrive at the same time as two other players, forward Natalia Oleszkiewicz and midfielder Laura Bourgoin. The Hérault-based club announced the arrival of these three players on Thursday on their social media.

Montpellier is currently 8th in Ligue 2 with 51 points, 14 wins, 9 draws and 11 losses in 34 matches. They have also scored 41 goals and conceded 31, giving them a +10 goal difference.

Their next match is against Reims at home on February 12, 2027. Reims is currently 6th in Ligue 2 with 44 points, 12 wins, 8 draws and 14 losses in 34 matches.

The title race is also exciting, with Estac Troyes leading with 67 points, 20 wins, 7 draws and 7 losses in 34 matches. Montpellier is 16 points behind the leaders, but they hope to do better this season with the arrival of Solène Durand and other players.