BREAKING: A century-rare overseas Vietnamese is about to join the V-League

Vietnamese-French midfielder Rahni Moreau Nguyễn has been approached by a V-League team and is expected to be officially revealed shortly.

The early 2026 Vietnamese football transfer market is shaking up with news that a major V-League club has formally reached out and is close to finalizing the signing of Rahni Moreau Nguyễn. The young talent born in 2007, currently under contract with Bordeaux (France), is regarded as the most promising overseas Vietnamese "blockbuster" signing at present. This deal is anticipated to be announced soon, promising a significant turning point for the midfield of the club acquiring him.

The decision of a domestic club to bring Rahni back to play is a strategic move, as this midfielder possesses genuine potential already proven in Europe. Before negotiating with the V-League club, Rahni attracted attention when Serie A side Empoli invited him for a two-week trial. Standing 1.80m tall and demonstrating European-style football intelligence, he represents the versatile central midfielder profile that Vietnamese football is eagerly seeking.

Rahni’s strong demand stems from his modern "box-to-box" playing style. Statistics from Bordeaux’s youth levels show he covers up to 91% of the midfield area. Without flashy play, Rahni focuses on efficiency with ball recovery, escaping pressure, and excellent tempo control. His passing accuracy over 82% combined with sharp tactical awareness speaks volumes about the 18-year-old midfielder’s capabilities.

Although developed in France, Rahni Moreau Nguyễn remains connected to his roots and has expressed a dream of representing Vietnam’s national teams. His mother retaining a Vietnamese passport is a huge advantage, simplifying the legal procedures for him to play as a domestic player in the V-League. This is a key factor motivating local clubs to eagerly "roll out the red carpet" for him.

In the French football environment, Rahni has received praise from former French international Rio Mavuba for his disciplined and calm playing style. In the French National 3 league, the newspaper L’Union also described him as a "player who makes a difference." With his steady progression, choosing the V-League as his next destination will help him quickly adapt to his homeland’s football scene and open doors to the national team.

Rahni Moreau Nguyễn’s presence not only solves the midfield puzzle for his club but also brings new hope to fans. He is not just an overseas Vietnamese name for show, but a potential key piece, a fresh breeze capable of elevating the level of Vietnamese midfield football in the near future.