Laurent Ciman (born April 5, 1985) is a retired Belgian professional soccer player who primarily played as a central defender. He is best known for his time in Major League Soccer with the Montreal Impact (now CF Montréal).

• Full name: Laurent Ciman
• Date of birth: April 5, 1985
• Place of birth: Dinant, Belgium
• Height: 1.87 m (6 ft 1½ in)
• Position: Centre-back (central defender)

Club career highlights

• Early career: Came through youth and early professional ranks in Belgium, including time at R.F.C. Tournai and KV Kortrijk.
• Standard Liège: Enjoyed a notable spell at Standard Liège, winning domestic trophies and establishing himself as a reliable defender.
• Montreal Impact (MLS): Joined Montreal Impact in 2015 and became a key player and leader for the team. Known for strong defending, composure on the ball, and leadership qualities. He was named MLS Defender of the Year in 2015.
• Later career: After MLS, Ciman returned to Europe and also had a spell in the MLS again with Los Angeles FC, among other clubs, before retiring from playing.

International career

• Earned caps for the Belgium national team, including being part of squads during qualifying campaigns and friendlies. He was part of Belgium’s broader player pool during a very successful era for the national side.

Post-playing career

• After retiring as a player, Ciman moved into coaching and scouting roles, using his experience in Europe and North America to contribute off the field.

Honors & awards (selected)

• Belgian Pro League titles and domestic cups with Standard Liège (during his time there).
• MLS Defender of the Year: 2015 (with Montreal Impact).

This summary highlights Laurent Ciman’s background, club and international career, and contributions after retiring as a player. Information covers his notable period with Montreal Impact where he made a large impact on and off the field.