Super Eagles Star Receives Standing Ovation in France As He Returns to Club for Pre-season
- Moses Simon received a heartfelt standing ovation from Nantes fans during his return to the club
- The Nigerian international winger was honoured with a framed photo commemorating his French Cup victory
- Simon, who signed a three-year €7 million deal with Paris FC on June 25, 2025, will earn approximately €75,000 per week
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Nigerian star Moses Simon was met with a heartfelt standing ovation from 10,000 fans in France during his return to former club Nantes.
The pacy winger signed with Paris FC on June 25, 2025, from FC Nantes in a deal reportedly worth €7 million.
He put pen to paper on a three-year contract, which will see him remain at the French capital until the summer of 2028.
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The Nigerian winger is expected to earn approximately €75,000 per week, nearly double his previous earnings at Nantes.
The high point of the encounter came when Simon received a standing ovation as Nantes fans presented him with a framed photo which captured his proud moment lifting the French Cup, a trophy he won during his time with the club.
During his time with the club, the forward made 201 appearances, scored 37 goals and registered 42 assists across all competitions.
He shares a deep bond with the fans, and he took to Instagram to express his gratitude. Moses wrote:
"Thank you for the warm welcome during #FCNantes vs #ParisFC. Honoured by the tribute, happy to be back in front of the fans and to see some former teammates."
As he joins Paris FC, fans are now eagerly awaiting his recovery and contribution in their campaign, hoping the winger’s flair and experience will shine in the upcoming competitive season.
Meanwhile, fans have taken to the comment section of the post to react.
miztabestcom said:
"Na why Atlanta no gree make Lookman go Inter Milan be this. How your very own player would play against you in another club (same league) and may score to worst the matter."
iamsandrakeys_ added:
"Bro you are a big baller that I'm proud of."
djour44000FC! wrote:
"Get well soon to you! Have a great season Paris FC!"
lucy_ukuma posited:
"This can never be Serie A clubs, once you want to leave they will start abusing you. God bless them."
dawson_rld added:
"We miss you @m_simon27, have a good season and see you soon on the Beaujoire pitches."
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Moses Simon wears new look
Legit.ng earlier reported that Super Eagles star Moses Simon took his Paris FC fans by surprise, having cut off his trademark dreadlocks after several years.
In a social media post, the former Nigeria U20 player was spotted in Kaduna with his protégé Benjamin Frederick and former Flying Eagles player Yahaya Adamu.
Proofreading by Omoleye Omoruyi, copy editor at Legit.ng.
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