Fekir

Nabil Fekir (born 18 July 1993) is a French professional footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder or forward for Real Betis in La Liga and the France national team.

Fekir came through the Lyon youth system and made his first-team debut in 2013, establishing himself as a technically gifted playmaker known for dribbling, vision, and goal-scoring ability. He spent several seasons with Lyon, developing into one of the club’s most influential attacking players before moving abroad.

In 2019, Fekir transferred to Real Betis on a long-term contract for a reported fee in the tens of millions of euros. He has been a key creative presence for Betis, contributing both goals and assists and helping the team compete in domestic league and cup competitions.

Internationally, Fekir has represented France at various youth levels and has been part of the senior national team setup since 2015. He is known for his technical proficiency, versatility in attacking midfield roles, and ability to influence games with his passing and shooting.

Style of play: Fekir is a technically gifted, left-footed attacker capable of operating as an attacking midfielder or as a forward. He excels in link-up play, one-on-one situations, and delivering accurate set pieces, and he often serves as a creative focal point for his team.

Honours: With Real Betis, Fekir has won major domestic silverware, including the Copa del Rey in 2022.