Goalkeeper Benjamin Lecombe moves from Montpellier to Fulham

Fulham have signed goalkeeper Benjamin Lecombe from Montpellier, the Cottagers' official website has reported.

The player has signed an employment contract with the new club, which is scheduled to run until the summer of 2027.

The goalkeeper is a Nior native and has played for Lorient, Dijon, Monaco and Espanyol as a captain. He has also played for the French national team at youth and youth levels. In total, the player has played 329 matches in Ligue 1. In 30 games for the club last season, Lecombe conceded 68 goals and kept one clean sheet.

Last season, Fulham finished 11th in the Premier League table.