Naouirou Ahamada

Naouirou Ahamada (born 29 March 2002) is a French professional footballer who plays as a central midfielder or wide midfielder for Ligue 1 club Auxerre.

Club career After starting his career in Italy for the youth academy of Juventus, Ahamada moved to German club VfB Stuttgart on loan on 5 October 2020 until the end of that season with an option to buy. On 1 July 2021, the option was exercised and Stuttgart signed him permanently.

On 31 January 2023, Ahamada was signed on a three-and-a-half-year deal by Premier League club Crystal Palace for £9.7 million. He made his debut for the club on 4 February, coming on as a substitute for Cheick Doucouré in a 2–1 away loss to Manchester United.

On 30 August 2024, Ahamada joined French club Rennes on loan until the end of the 2024–25 season. On 7 January 2026, he joined Auxerre on a deal lasting until June 2027, with an option for a two-season extension.

International career Ahamada was born in Marseille, France, and is of Comorian and Malagasy descent. He has played internationally at youth level for France.

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