Despite a season fraught with frustration, Khéphren Thuram, 22, has managed to retain his market value according to Florent Ghisolfi, the sporting director of OGC Nice. Thuram, who was heavily pursued by clubs like Liverpool last summer, opted to stay at Allianz Riviera for another season to continue his development. In a press conference attended by Get French Football News in November, Thuram expressed his happiness at being linked to various clubs but emphasized his desire to progress as a player at Nice.
Thuram’s decision to stay at Nice was partly motivated by his aspiration to secure a spot in Didier Deschamps’ France squad for the Euros. However, despite his ambitions, he hasn’t been called up since March 2023, diminishing his chances of featuring for Les Bleus in Germany this summer.
Assessment of Thuram’s Performance and Potential
No matter failing to register any goals or assists this season, there’s a concern about Thuram’s market value decline at a time when a departure would be expected. Contrary to this concern, Ghisolfi asserts that player’s market value hasn’t decreased. He believes the focus should be on how to exploit Thuram’s potential fully.
According to Ghisolfi, the player’s age and international experience make him invaluable. Despite a lack of notable statistics and an injury-ridden season, Ghisolfi believes Thuram’s performances have been commendable. In an interview with L’Équipe, Ghisolfi emphasized that Thuram remains one of the most creative No.8s in Europe’s top five divisions and expects him to be decisive again.
Ghisolfi also pointed out that Thuram has been creating numerous chances, showcasing his importance to the team beyond just goals and assists. Regardless of the difficulties and challenges, Ghisolfi expressed hope that Thuram will finish the season strongly and continue to demonstrate his extraordinary potential, both on and off the pitch.
