Jean-Clair Todibo has made his intentions clear to OGC Nice: he wants to move to Juventus. The French centre-back has informed his current club of his decision as Juventus prepares for another round of negotiations this week. Juventus is optimistic about finalizing the transfer and sees Todibo as a key addition to their defensive lineup.
- Jean-Clair Todibo has expressed his desire to join Juventus.
- Juventus is preparing for another round of negotiations with OGC Nice.
- Juventus views Todibo as a crucial addition to their defense.
Jean-Clair Todibo’s Career and Background
Jean-Clair Dimitri Roger Todibo, born on December 30, 1999, in Cayenne, French Guiana, stands at 1.90 meters and plays as a centre-back. He currently wears jersey number 6 for OGC Nice and holds French nationality.
Todibo’s senior career began with Toulouse B (2017–2018), where he made 9 appearances. He then moved to Toulouse (2018–2019) with 10 appearances and 1 goal. His subsequent transfers include:
- Barcelona (2019–2021): 4 appearances, 0 goals
- Schalke 04 (loan, 2020): 8 appearances, 0 goals
- Benfica (loan, 2020–2021): 0 appearances, 0 goals
- Nice (loan, 2021): 15 appearances, 1 goal
- Nice (2021–present): 100 appearances, 1 goal
🚨⚪️⚫️ Jean-Clair Todibo has told OGC Nice that his plan and decision is clear: he only wants Juventus move.
One more round of talks will take place this week, Juventus are on it and still confident to get it done. https://t.co/yjsaDJLz4e
pic.twitter.com— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano)
October 03, 2023
International Career
Todibo has also represented France at various levels. He played for France U20 (2018–2019) with 9 appearances and 0 goals. In 2023, he made his debut for the France senior team, earning 2 caps so far.
Transfer History and Market Value
Jean-Clair Todibo’s transfer history includes:
- From Toulouse to Barcelona (2019): €1 million
- Loan to Schalke 04 (2020): €1.5 million
- Loan to Benfica (2020–2021): €2 million
- Loan to Nice (2021): €8.5 million (permanent transfer after loan)
His total transfer fees amount to €13 million, and his current market value is €35 million as of June 3, 2024. Todibo’s contract with OGC Nice expires on June 30, 2027.
Notable Events
Jean-Clair Todibo has had several notable events in his career:
- Fastest Red Card in Ligue 1 History: Sent off after nine seconds in a match against Angers on September 18, 2022.
- First France Senior Call-Up: March 2023 for UEFA Euro 2024 qualifying matches.
- France Debut: September 12, 2023, in a friendly loss to Germany.
Juventus’ Transfer Strategy
Juventus’ pursuit of Todibo aligns with their broader strategy to strengthen their squad amidst other transfer activities. Juventus faces challenges in securing other targets but remains committed to enhancing their team dynamics and achieving future successes.
For more detailed player statistics and transfer history, check Todibo’s profile on Transfermarkt.
