Paris FC officially confirmed the signing of Pablo Pagis, a 23-year-old striker from FC Lorient, on Friday. The player has signed a five-year contract until 2031, with a transfer fee of €15 million plus €1.5 million in bonuses for European qualification. The Parisian club, currently 12th in Ligue 1 with 0 points, is counting on this offensive reinforcement to relaunch its season.
Who is Pablo Pagis?
Pablo Pagis, 23, scored 10 goals and provided 5 assists last season with Lorient. Trained by the Breton club, he played 32 Ligue 1 matches, contributing to the Merlus' 10th-place finish. His arrival at Paris FC, where he will join manager Liam Rosenior, represents a major coup for the capital club.
Why is this transfer important?
With 0 goals scored and 0 conceded this season, Paris FC needed to strengthen its attack. The signing of Pagis, one of Ligue 1's most promising young talents, shows the club's ambition. The €15M fee, plus bonuses, makes it one of Paris FC's most significant recent investments.
What will Pagis bring to Paris FC?
Pagis joins a Paris FC team under reconstruction led by Liam Rosenior. His Ligue 1 experience and offensive record should bring a new dimension to the attack. His debut could come in the next away match against Angers on February 20, 2027, against the 2nd-placed team.
Club reactions
FC Lorient bid farewell to Pagis with a message on X: « After seven seasons with us, Pablo Pagis will continue his career at Paris FC. Thank you, Pablo, for these years, we wish you all the best. » Meanwhile, Paris FC expressed its joy at welcoming the player, highlighting his potential and immediate impact.
