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Ismaëlo Ganiou extends contract with Lens until 2030

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 2:40 PM

Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Ismaëlo Ganiou extends contract with Lens until 2030

Summary

Ismaëlo Ganiou has signed a contract extension with Lens, keeping him with the club until 2030. The 21-year-old centre-back's previous deal was set to expire in two seasons. The announcement came during a pre-season friendly against Sunderland, where Ganiou celebrated with fans and club officials. He played a key role last season, making 29 appearances as Lens finished second in the league and won the Coupe de France. Ganiou is now expected to be an important part of Lens as they return to the Champions League after three years.

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Key Details

•Ganiou extends his contract with Lens until 2030.
•The announcement was made before a friendly against Sunderland.
•He previously attracted interest from Milan and Crystal Palace.
•Ganiou made 29 appearances last season, contributing to Lens's successes.
•Lens returns to the Champions League after a three-year absence.

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Lens centre-back Ismaëlo Ganiou has signed a contract extension with the Coupe de France champions, keeping him at the club until 2030. The 21-year-old’s deal was due to expire in two seasons’ ti...
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