The MHSC announced the arrival of Simon Ngapandouetnbu from Olympique de Marseille, a necessary recruitment following the departures of Benjamin Lecointe and Dimitriý Bertaud. The young Cameroonian guard, measuring 1m88, took his first professional steps at OM from the age of 16, where he signed his first contract in 2019. He then gained experience with the OL reserve team and trained alongside renowned guards like Steve Mandanda. After a season in National with Nîmes, he is about to discover Ligue 2 with the MHSC for the 2025-2026 season, a promising addition to strengthen the club’s background.

At the same time, the future of Téji Savanier, captain of the MHSC, is uncertain. Despite a one-year extension agreement with Montpellier, his status as holder is no longer guaranteed after a 2024-2025 season below his usual standards. MHSC President Laurent Nicollin confirmed an agreement between the player and management for a start this summer, although no club has yet shown up. Nicollin made it clear to Savanier that he would not return to his position as holder automatically and that he would have to prove his will and involvement to win it back.

Laurent Nicollin highlighted last season’s difficulty for Savanier, both in sport and outside the field, which led to the loss of his captain armband. He expressed the hope that Savanier could make his contribution to the club, by marking important goals or issuing decisive passes, and that it could thus rehabilitate itself with the public. The player will be available to the coach after the mercato, and his ability to regain his place will depend on his commitment and performance.