Name: Dimitri Payet

Nationality: France

Position: Attacking midfielder / Winger

Date of birth: March 29, 1987

Place of birth: Saint-Pierre, Réunion, France

Height: 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in)

Club career (selected):

• 2005–2007: AS Excelsior (Réunion) – youth / early career
• 2005–2007: AS Excelsior (senior beginnings)
• 2007–2011: FC Nantes
• 2011–2013: Lille OSC
• 2013–2015: Olympique de Marseille
• 2015–2017: West Ham United (England)
• 2017–2019: Olympique de Marseille (returned)
• 2019–2023: Lille OSC (note: transfer/loan details varied)
• 2023– : Various lower-profile moves / returning to clubs in France (career continued beyond 2023 with moves to clubs such as Vasco da Gama — check latest sources for current club)

International career:

• France national team caps: Debuted 2010; notable involvement 2010–2016 with multiple caps.
• Major tournaments: Part of France squad for UEFA Euro 2016; standout performer and provided key contributions, helping France reach the final.
• Known for: Excellent set-piece delivery, free kicks, dribbling, vision and playmaking ability.

Notable achievements & recognition:

• Named in UEFA Team of the Tournament at Euro 2016 (as a standout performer for France).
• Several accolades and club-level influence, particularly remembered for creative play and spectacular free-kicks.

Playing style: Creative attacking midfielder/winger, emphasis on technique, close control, vision, crossing and set pieces. Often deployed as a playmaker in the final third.

Additional notes: Payet gained wide attention during his time at West Ham United (2015–2016 season) for his influence and goals, leading to a high-profile return to Marseille in 2017. For the latest club and statistical details, consult up-to-date sources as transfers and appearances change over time.