Name: Samuel Umtiti

Nationality: France

Position: Centre-back (Central defender)

Date of Birth: 14 November 1993

Place of Birth: Yaoundé, Cameroon

Height: 1.82 m (6 ft 0 in)

Youth Career:

• 2000–2004: Menival
• 2004–2006: Vaulx-en-Velin
• 2006–2008: Lyon Duchère
• 2008–2010: Olympique Lyonnais (Lyon) youth academy

Senior Club Career (selected):

• 2010–2016: Olympique Lyonnais B / Lyon — Broke into Lyon first team, established as a key defender
• 2016–2022: FC Barcelona — Transferred in 2016; won domestic and international honours with the club
• 2018–2021: Loan to OGC Nice (note: actually he spent time on loan; confirm specifics if needed)
• 2022–present: (Status may have changed after 2024; check latest sources for current club)

International Career:

• France U20/U21: Represented France at youth levels.
• France senior team: 2016–2018 (and beyond depending on later recalls) — Member of the France squad that won the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. Provided key defensive performances during the tournament.

Notable Achievements:

• 2018 FIFA World Cup winner with France.
• Multiple domestic titles and cup honours with FC Barcelona (La Liga, Copa del Rey), depending on seasons played.
• Recognized for strong tackling, aerial ability, game reading and composure on the ball for a centre-back.

Playing Style: Calm, left-footed centre-back known for good positioning, short-passing ability and strength in duels. Comfortable playing in a high defensive line and in possession-based systems.

Notes: Some club details (transfers, loans, current club) may have changed after 2024; consult up-to-date sources for the latest club status and statistics.