OGC Nice is delighted to announce the signing of Gauthier Hein. The 29-year-old French attacking midfielder has signed for Le Gym until June 2029.

Having come through the ranks at FC Metz, Gauthier Hein has established himself over the seasons as one of the most consistent attacking players in French football. Having played for Tours, Valenciennes and then Auxerre before returning to his youth club, he joins Le Gym following a successful season in Lorraine, where he made 31 appearances in all competitions, scoring 8 goals and providing 8 assists. Captain of Les Grenats for part of the season, he successfully established himself as one of his team’s key attacking players.

Creative and hard-working, Gauthier Hein will also bring a wealth of experience to Le Gym. At 29, he has already played 267 professional league matches, 80 in Ligue 1 and 187 in Ligue 2.

Welcome to Le Gym, Gauthier!
 

Gauthier Hein

“Joining OGC Nice is a source of immense pride. It’s a historic, ambitious club with a strong identity and passionate supporters. I was immediately won over by the project that was presented to me. I’m joining the club full of enthusiasm, determined to put my skills at the service of the team and to give my all to help the squad achieve its objectives. I can’t wait to experience the Allianz Riviera in the red and black colours.”»

Maurice Cohen, President OF OGC Nice

“We are delighted to welcome Gauthier to Le Gym. Beyond his qualities as a footballer, we have discovered a man whose mindset is fully in line with the values we wish to uphold: commitment, humility, a strong work ethic and team spirit. We are confident that he will find an environment here in which he can fully express himself and put his qualities to good use for the team. We wish him every success in the red and black colours.”

Roger Ricort, Sporting Director of OGC Nice

“Gauthier has an excellent understanding of the game, a real ability to make a difference and to bring out the best in his teammates. He is a deeply selfless player who always puts his talent at the service of the team. His experience, technical ability and personality will be real assets to our team. We are delighted to welcome him to Le Gym.”

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