Dimitri Payet

Dimitri Payet, a former French international footballer with 38 caps, has announced his retirement. The news was revealed on Ligue 1+ during the Lille-Marseille match. Payet, known for his time as an attacking midfielder for Olympique de Marseille (OM) and his key role in the French national team during Euro 2016, is 38 or 39 years old (articles vary). He had been without a club since leaving Vasco de Gama in Brazil in June 2025, and hadn't played since April 2025, following a legal issue. His announcement marks the end of a significant career, particularly remembered by Marseille fans, and highlights his contributions to French football.