The 2025-26 season in French football is set to see some significant changes, as the Ligue 1 (Ligue 1) league returns for the first time since 2017-18. The 2025/26 campaign promises to be an exciting and competitive one, with a number of key players returning from injury or contract departures.
One of the biggest stories this season will likely be the return of former Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) star Lionel Messi to his home club. The Argentine superstar has been linked with a move away from Argentina due to personal reasons, but it remains to be seen if he will stick around in France.
Another key player who is expected to make a strong comeback is Real Madrid's Sergio Ramos. The Spanish defender was injured during the Copa del Rey final last year and missed most of the rest of the season, but he is back in training now and is expected to resume his career in the coming weeks.
Other notable names in the squad include Paris Saint-Germain's Kylian Mbappe, who has already scored five goals in the opening three months of the season, and Paris FC's Antoine Griezmann, who has been on a massive run of form recently.
Despite these high-profile arrivals, there are also plenty of young talents who are making their way up the ranks. This includes Alphonse Mucha, who made his debut for the Paris Saint-Germain youth academy last year, and the talented youngster Mathieu Valbuena, who impressed during the Ligue 1 breakaway.
Overall, the 2025/26 season looks to be another season of growth and development for the Ligue 1 league, with many talented young players poised to step up to the top of the table.