Luc de Fougerolles
Luc Rollet de Fougerolles (born 12 October 2005) is a professional soccer player who plays as a defender for club Fulham. Born in England, he has opted to represent Canada internationally.
Personal information | |||
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Full name | Luc Rollet de Fougerolles[1] | ||
Date of birth | 12 October 2005 | ||
Place of birth | London, England | ||
Height | 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in)[2] | ||
Position(s) | Defender | ||
Team information | |||
Current team | Fulham | ||
Number | 44 | ||
Youth career | |||
2010–2013 | BHFC Battersea | ||
2013–2023 | Fulham | ||
Senior career* | |||
Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
2023– | Fulham | 0 | (0) |
*Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 02:18, 25 August 2023 (UTC) |
Career
De Fougerolles began playing soccer as a 5 year old with BHFC Battersea.[2] He moved to the youth academy of Fulham at the age of 8, and worked his way through their youth categories.[3] On 6 April 2023, he signed a professional contract with Fulham.[4] On 20 June 2023, he was named "Scholar of the Year" by Fulham.[5] He was called up to Fulham's senior team for their preseason in the summer of 2023.[6]
International career
Born in England, de Fougerolles is of Canadian descent through his Montreal-born father. He was called up to the Canada U20 side in April 2022, but the COVID-19 pandemic prevented him from joining the camp.[3]
In October 2023, de Fougerolles accepted a call-up to the senior Canada side ahead of a friendly against Japan in Niigata.[7]
Playing style
De Fougerolles is a versatile defender who can play as full-back, centre-back or midfielder. He is adept at 1v1 defending, with a strong first touch, explosive movement, and can progress the ball as a complete modern defender. He is very strong mentally, and composed in build-up play.[8]
References
- "2022/23 Premier League squad lists". Premier League. September 16, 2022.
- "Profile - Canada Soccer". January 28, 2020.
- Vézina, Justin (July 16, 2023). "Luc de Fougerolles: Montréalais de seconde génération, espoir de premier plan" [Second-generation Montrealer, leading prospect]. La Presse (in French).
- Crawford, Dan (April 6, 2023). "De Fougerolles signs professional deal". HammyEnd.com.
- Georgiou, Ethan (June 20, 2023). "De Fougerolles Wins Scholar Of The Year Award". Fulham FC.
- Crawford, Dan (August 2, 2023). "de Fougerolles delighted with Summer Series showing". HammyEnd.com.
- "Biello names CanMNT squad: Highlights from press conference ahead of 'audition' friendly vs. Japan". Canadian Premier League. October 5, 2023.
- Ristic, Raine (August 17, 2023). "Who is Luc De Fougerolles? Meet the Canadian youngster turning heads at Fulham this summer". OneSoccer.