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Dundee United signs Mehdi Merghem on a two-year deal

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 8:14 PM

Last updated Jul 12, 2026

Dundee United signs Mehdi Merghem on a two-year deal

Summary

Dundee United has signed winger Mehdi Merghem to a two-year contract. The 28-year-old joins as a free agent after spending half a season with Bastia in France's second tier. Manager Jim Goodwin praised Merghem, stating he brings a creative difference and can generate scoring opportunities. Merghem previously played in Ligue 1 and has experience in Portugal and Algeria. He expressed eagerness to contribute to the team’s success.

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By the Numbers

•Mehdi Merghem, 28, has signed a two-year deal.
•He joins after leaving Bastia, where he played half a season.
•Goodwin highlighted Merghem's ability to create scoring chances.
•Merghem has played in Ligue 1, Portugal, and Algeria.
•He is excited to start his journey with Dundee United.

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8:14 PMYahoo Sports — 'He can make something happen out of nothing' - Dundee Utd sign Merghem

What they're saying

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New Dundee United winger Mehdi Merghem "brings a real creative difference", says manager Jim Goodwin after signing the 28-year-old on a two-year deal. Merghem arrives at Tannadice as a free agent after half a season with Bastia in the French second tier. "He can make something happen out of nothing and I felt that was an area of the squad we needed to recruit for," Goodwin told club media.
— Yahoo Sports

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