Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Clément Lenglet

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 12, 2025

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Clément Lenglet made an impact.

Clément Lenglet is a French professional footballer currently playing as a centre-back for Atlético Madrid, on loan from Barcelona. He is known for his defensive skills and has played in La Liga, one of the top football leagues in the world. Lenglet is a seasoned player with experience at a high level of professional football.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

September 2013: Lenglet's Ligue 2 Debut

On 27 September 2013, Clément Lenglet made his Ligue 2 debut for Nancy in a 0-0 draw against AC Arles-Avignon, coming on as a substitute.

2013: Lenglet Debuts with Nancy

In 2013, Clément Lenglet made his debut with Nancy, marking the beginning of his professional career with the club.

2015: Nancy's Season

During the 2015–16 season, Lenglet made 34 appearances for Nancy, contributing to their second-division title win.

January 2016: Lenglet Scores First Goal for Nancy

On 29 January 2016, Lenglet scored his first goal for Nancy in a 3–1 win against Clermont.

2016: Lenglet Joins Sevilla

Lenglet joined Sevilla in January 2017 and played in matches for the 2016-17 Copa del Rey.

January 2017: Lenglet Joins Sevilla

In January 2017, Lenglet joined Sevilla for a €5.4 million fee, marking his move to La Liga.

August 2017: Lenglet Scores First Goal for Sevilla

On 19 August 2017, Lenglet scored his first goal for Sevilla in a 1–1 draw against Espanyol.

July 2018: Lenglet Joins Barcelona

On 12 July 2018, Lenglet joined Barcelona after they triggered his release clause of €35 million.

May 2019: Lenglet Called Up to French National Team

On 21 May 2019, Lenglet was called up to the French senior team.

June 2019: Lenglet Debuts for France

In June 2019, Lenglet made his debut for the French national team in a match against Andorra.

2019: Lenglet Debuts for France National Team

In 2019, Lenglet made his debut for the France national team, marking his first international appearance.

August 2020: Lenglet Scores Champions League Goal

On 8 August 2020, Lenglet scored his first Champions League goal for Barcelona against Napoli.

2020: Lenglet Represents France at UEFA Euro 2020

In 2020, Lenglet represented France at UEFA Euro 2020, marking his participation in a major international tournament.

2020: UEFA Euro 2020 Qualifying Games

In the first half of June 2019, Lenglet was called up for two UEFA Euro 2020 qualifying games against Andorra and Turkey.

2020: Euro 2020 Finals

Lenglet was called up for the Euro 2020 finals, and played against Switzerland. France lost on penalties after a 3-3 draw. Lenglet was blamed for the first goal and was replaced at half time.