At just 19 years old, Jean-Victor Makengo is the youngest of the Nice recruits. Presentation.

Very sought after, the player who was trained at Caen decided to take on the next stages of his career with OGC Nice. “We are very happy, because there was a lot of competition, with some sides who have more financial power than us, explained Jean-Pierre Rivère. With this type of player, we are looking towards the future.” “The project was very attractive for me. I didn’t hesitate to accept the offer”, described the tough midfielder, inspired by the emergence of young talents within the Red and Black house.

Favre: “It’s going to be a fascinating job”

Many pundits have raved about the potential of the boy who was thrown into Ligue 1 at just 17 years old. “We have already seen some great things in training, confirmed Lucien Favre. He has qualities, but he will need time. He is very young and hasn’t played a lot yet (27 games, 14 starts in Ligue 1). He needs to improve tactically, technically and in his movement. At his age, it’s logical to have work to do. We are delighted because it’s going to be fascinating.”

“I haven’t done anything yet”

“He has all the tools to succeed, added President Rivère. It will be his work that will allow him to climb the ladder step by step.” And to do so progressively in a squad that already boasts quality in his position: “Competition allows progress, concluded "JV". I am going to try to integrate myself as best as possible. For the moment, I haven’t done anything yet. I am a perfectionist and I always try to better myself.”

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