Olympique LyonNiakhaté helped Nottingham Forest gain promotion to the Premier League in 2022 via the Championship playoffs. He has also represented Senegal at the international level, though he has not yet won major trophies with club or country.
Moussa Niakhaté is a Senegalese professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Olympique Lyon. He began his career in France with Valenciennes before moving to Mainz 05 in the Bundesliga, where he established himself as a reliable defender. In 2022, he joined Nottingham Forest in the Premier League, helping the club secure promotion, before returning to France with Lyon in 2024.
Niakhaté is a strong and physical centre-back known for his aerial ability and defensive solidity. He excels in one-on-one duels and is comfortable playing out from the back, though his pace can occasionally be exposed against faster attackers. His leadership and organizational skills make him a key figure in the defensive line.