Rodez Aveyron Football is experiencing a busy end to the transfer window with three major developments. Star striker Ibrahima Baldé is set for a record exit, while the club has confirmed the signings of forward Kelian Nsona and the loan return of midfielder Mathis Saka.
The RAF currently sits 4th in the Ligue 2 table with 7 points, five points behind leaders Saint-Étienne. The team has scored 10 goals in four matches and heads into its next fixture against 7th-placed Metz on September 5th with recent form of DWLW. You can track the league position on our standings page.
What is the latest on Ibrahima Baldé's future?
Ibrahima Baldé, Ligue 2's current top scorer, is expected to leave Rodez imminently. According to a report by Centre Presse Aveyron this weekend, no formal offer had yet reached the club at that time, despite serious interest from several sides including Glasgow Rangers. The transfer window closes on Tuesday at 8 PM, leaving little time to finalise a deal.
The local outlet states the 23-year-old's value is now estimated at a minimum of 3 million euros. Such a fee would make him the biggest sale in the club's history, potentially surpassing the 3 million received for Taïryk Arconte last summer. Baldé, who joined on a free from Lens, has scored 24 goals in 67 Ligue 2 matches for RAF.
What does Kelian Nsona bring to the squad?
Rodez Aveyron Football has officially signed French forward Kelian Nsona from Portuguese side Casa Pia AC. The 24-year-old attacker has signed a three-year contract, as announced by the club. He joins a Rodez attack that has already netted 10 times this season.
A product of the Caen academy, Nsona earned 19 caps for French youth teams. After a stint in the Bundesliga with Hertha Berlin and a loan spell in Slovakia, he revived his career in the Netherlands with FC Emmen, scoring 13 goals in 38 appearances. The club is counting on his power and pace to bolster its offensive options. The full squad list is available on our squad page.
Why has Mathis Saka returned on loan?
Midfielder Mathis Saka returns to Rodez on a season-long loan with an option to buy from Toulouse FC. The 19-year-old prospect already wore the Ruthénois jersey last season, scoring one goal and providing three assists during the second half of the campaign.
Saka, a France U19 international, is seeking more playing time after making his Ligue 1 debut with Toulouse. The player is noted for his technical ability and vision. His return aims to strengthen a midfield that will need to be effective on Saturday against Metz, a team sitting in 7th place. Details of upcoming matches can be found on our fixtures calendar.
These moves come as Rodez holds a positive record of two wins, one draw, and one loss. RAF's next match is scheduled for Saturday, September 5th, 2026, at the Stade Saint-Symphorien against FC Metz.
