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OGC Nice boss rules out Moffi return

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TLDR

  • OGC Nice co-president Maurice Cohen has stated that Nigerian strikers Terem Moffi and Jérémie Boga will not return to the club.
  • Both players left Nice on loan in the January transfer window following an incident where they were attacked by fans.
  • Despite having contracts until 2027, Cohen confirmed they have no future at the club, regardless of whether their loan buy-out clauses are triggered.

The door has been firmly shut on Terem Moffi and Jérémie Boga's potential return to OGC Nice. Co-president Maurice Cohen's unequivocal statement leaves no room for doubt: their time at the club is over, irrespective of their performances or contractual situations elsewhere. This decisive stance reflects the club's desire to move forward from a tumultuous period marked by fan unrest and player departures.

The incident in November 2025, where both players were subjected to fan aggression after a string of poor results, clearly left a lasting impact. While Moffi and Boga sought new opportunities on loan, Nice appears determined to sever ties completely. Cohen's comments suggest a club prioritizing stability and a fresh start, distancing itself from the events that led to the players' exits.

For Nigerian football followers, this news might come as a disappointment, especially considering Moffi's potential. However, the situation at Nice highlights the volatile nature of football club management and fan relations. The club's decision, while perhaps harsh, signals a clear message about accountability and the path forward, aiming to rebuild trust and focus on future successes without the shadow of past controversies.

They won’t return to Nice, whether their buy options are triggered or not.

— Maurice CohenOGC Nice co-president Maurice Cohen definitively ruling out the return of Terem Moffi and Jérémie Boga.
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