Morgan Sanson
OGC Nice/M/
FrancePlayer Info
Morgan Sanson is a French central midfielder currently at OGC Nice, known for his dynamic box-to-box energy and technical quality. At 31, he represents a blend of defensive diligence and attacking intent, capable of playing in a holding role or as a more advanced playmaker. Sanson's career began at Le Mans before a breakout spell at Montpellier announced him as one of France's top young talents, leading to a high-profile move to Marseille. At OM, he became a fan favorite and captain, renowned for his relentless work rate, precise passing, and crucial goals from midfield, helping the team to a Europa League final. A subsequent move to the Premier League with Aston Villa presented a new challenge. Now back in Ligue 1 with Nice, his experience and quality are invaluable. His honors include being named in the Ligue 1 Team of the Season. Sanson is a complete, intelligent midfielder whose engine and technical ability allow him to influence games at both ends of the pitch.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2024/06/30
Aston Villa
OGC Nice4000000€
Transfer
2024/06/29
OGC NiceAston VillaLoan Ended
2023/07/23
Aston VillaOGC NiceLoan
2023/06/29
RC Strasbourg AlsaceAston VillaLoan Ended
2023/01/22
Aston VillaRC Strasbourg AlsaceLoan
2021/01/25
MarseilleAston Villa15800000€
Transfer
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
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Statistics
OGC Nice
FRA Ligue 12025-2026
Matches
Games Played
22
Games Started
11
Minutes Per Game
1075
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
0
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
10
Accurate Passes Per Game
332
Key Passes Per Game
9
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
34
Accurate Crosses Per Game
2
Success Dribbles Per Game
11
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
21
Interceptions Per Game
14
Clearances Per Game
10
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
3
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
23
Be Fouled Per Game
8