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Veteran Goalkeeper Gurtner Joins RC Lens, Perrin Heads to Gijon

7/8/2025

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Gurtner Joins Lens

Régis Gurtner, the seasoned 38-year-old ex-goalkeeper of Racing Strasbourg, has signed on with RC Lens to support Robin Risser, bringing his wealth of experience from 506 professional matches until June 2026. In a related move, Lucas Perrin, another former Racing defender, has secured a contract with Sporting Gijon in Spain's second division, extending until 2027.

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Coulibaly Joins Strasbourg

Soumaïla Coulibaly, a promising 21-year-old center-back, has joined Racing Strasbourg from Borussia Dortmund for €7.5 million, signing a five-year deal. After overcoming injury setbacks and limited game time, the former Paris Saint-Germain trainee is eager to reignite his career in his homeland following loan stints in Belgium and France.

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Gurtner Joins Lens

Régis Gurtner, the seasoned 38-year-old ex-goalkeeper of Racing Strasbourg, has signed on with RC Lens to support Robin Risser, bringing his wealth of experience from 506 professional matches until June 2026. In a related move, Lucas Perrin, another former Racing defender, has secured a contract with Sporting Gijon in Spain's second division, extending until 2027.

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