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Regional 1: Bordeaux, a former French international sends his CV

Former French international champion of France with Bordeaux, Benoît Trémoulinas said he was ready to play again with the Girondins.

Published: Tuesday, 13 October 2026 at 6:18 PM
Regional 1: Bordeaux, a former French international sends his CV
Key Things to Know
  • Former France international Benoît Trémoulinas has offered to return from retirement to play for Bordeaux in Regional 1.
  • Trémoulinas revealed live on L'Équipe that he has completed five weeks of physical preparation to attempt a comeback.
  • The 40-year-old left-back will undergo a three-week training trial to assess his injured knee before any deal is signed.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former French international defender Benoît Trémoulinas has offered to come out of retirement to play for Girondins de Bordeaux in Regional 1. The 40-year-old made the announcement live on the L'Équipe channel, expressing his desire to help rebuild his former club. Trémoulinas revealed he has undergone five weeks of physical preparation and plans to join squad training for a three-week trial period.

Trémoulinas previously won Ligue 1 with Bordeaux in 2009 along with the Coupe de France in 2013 before finishing his career at Sevilla FC. His playing career originally ended due to severe knee issues, and his potential signing will depend on whether his knee holds up during the upcoming training sessions and if club management approves.

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