Yann M'Vila
Caen/M/
FrancePlayer Info
Yann M'Vila is a French defensive midfielder of considerable repute, currently at Caen, known for his tough tackling, precise long-range passing, and commanding presence. Once a highly-touted prospect for the French national team, the 35-year-old has experienced a career with notable highs in Ligue 1, the Premier League with Sunderland, and in Russia with Rubin Kazan. At his peak, M'Vila was considered one of Europe's most promising midfield destroyers, combining physical strength with excellent technical ability to dictate play from deep. He has won the Coupe de France with Rennes and was a key figure for the French youth teams. After a stint in Italy with Torino, he returned to France, where his experience and quality remain evident. M'Vila's game is built on intelligence, aggression, and a superb passing range, making him a midfield general even in the latter stages of his career.
Overview
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Transfer History
2024/08/05
West Bromwich Albion
CaenSigned
2024/02/18
Free playerWest Bromwich AlbionSigned
2023/06/30
Olympiacos PiraeusFree playerTerminated
2020/09/13
AS Saint-ÉtienneOlympiacos PiraeusSigned
2018/01/11
Rubin KazanAS Saint-ÉtienneSigned
2016/06/29
SunderlandRubin KazanLoan Ended
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
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Statistics
CaenFRA National2025-2026
Matches
Games Played
21
Games Started
21
Minutes Per Game
1890
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
5
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
13
Accurate Passes Per Game
1041
Key Passes Per Game
12
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
89
Accurate Crosses Per Game
1
Success Dribbles Per Game
5
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
25
Interceptions Per Game
17
Clearances Per Game
61
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
6
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
12
Be Fouled Per Game
27