Mathis Saka has completed a permanent return to Rodez by signing a three-year contract. The news, broken by Morning Foot on Tuesday, secures the future of the 19-year-old midfielder with the Aveyron club following his loan spell from Toulouse FC.
RAF, currently fourth in the Ligue 2 standings with seven points, is bolstering its squad with a familiar face. Saka made 26 appearances for the club last season, averaging 33 minutes per game. His profile as a mezzala, as defined by Data'Scout, earned him a performance index of 65, ranking him fourth in the championship for that position.
What are Saka's key statistics?
Detailed data from his loan spell highlights his qualities. In attack, the player attempted 96 dribbles with a remarkable 97% success rate. He also contested 96 offensive duels, winning 85% of them. His index of 78 for progressive runs confirms his ability to drive the ball forward. His box-to-box midfielder profile is also noted, with an index of 54 placing him 18th in Ligue 2.
However, his passing volume was low, with only four received passes and two successful passes recorded for the season. Defensively, he made seven interceptions and 96 sliding tackles. Physically, Saka recorded 87 sprints, a sprint distance of 85, and a high-intensity distance of 73. His top speed index of 22 is identified as an area for development.
Where does he fit in the current squad?
Saka's permanent arrival comes as Rodez enjoys a solid start to the season, having scored ten goals while conceding seven. The team sits just two points behind leaders Saint-Étienne. Integrating the young midfielder, who already knows the environment, should be seamless. The technical staff can review his detailed data on our stats page.
Mathis Saka commented on the move. "According to our information, the midfielder will commit to Aveyron for three years," he said. For the club, this operation represents logical continuity. "The transfer window therefore closes with a logical loop, rather than a new adventure elsewhere," the player added.
What's next on the schedule?
Rodez's next fixture is an away trip to Metz, scheduled for September 5, 2026. The promoted side, currently seventh, will provide an interesting test. The full schedule is available on our fixtures page. The squad, listed on our squad page, will need to maintain its pace to stay in the race at the top of the table, which you can follow on standings.
The three-year contract for Mathis Saka is now signed, securing his immediate future at Rodez.
