Hatem Ben Arfa considers comeback to OGC Nice after four-year absence

Hatem Ben Arfa, 39, nearly returned to OGC Nice last January after not playing for four years, as reported by Nice-Matin. The winger, who last played for Lille OSC, had maintained contact with co-president Jean-Pierre Rivere. Despite Ben Arfa's interest, some within the club were hesitant, particularly interim coach Claude Puel, who suggested alternative training arrangements. Ultimately, discussions fell through as Rivere recognized Ben Arfa would not agree to the conditions proposed.

• 9:35 AMYahoo Sports — Hatem Ben Arfa almost came out of retirement to rejoin OGC Nice