Jordan Veretout

Executive Summary

Jordan Veretout plays central midfield for Al-Arabi SC.

Playing Style and Key Attributes

The right-footed technician operates as a defensive midfielder. He ranks high in matches started compared to league peers at Al-Arabi. His Nantes upbringing shaped a relay profile comfortable in possession.

Career and Recent Context

Veretout progressed through Nantes youth to the first team in 2011, earning 146 appearances. He moved to Aston Villa in 2015 for €10m, then Saint-Étienne, Fiorentina, Roma, Marseille and Lyon. A France youth international, he won the FIFA U-20 World Cup in 2013 and the UEFA Nations League in 2021. The Olympique Lyon transfer in April 2024 brought him to Al-Arabi in July 2025 for €500k.

Transfers and Outlook

Contract runs until June 2027.