Yvann Titi Commits to ESTAC Troyes Until 2029

Yvann Titi has chosen loyalty over the lure of France’s heavyweights.

The 20-year-old defender has signed a new contract with ESTAC Troyes, tying himself to the newly promoted Ligue 1 side until 2029, despite concrete interest from clubs such as AS Monaco and Lille OSC and attention from abroad.

A long-term bet on Troyes

Titi’s decision caps a six-year rise through the Troyes system. A World Cup runner-up with France’s U-17s three years ago, he has grown from academy prospect to one of the club’s most coveted assets, with several foreign sides tracking him this summer.

Troyes have moved decisively. A deal until 2029 is not just a show of faith; it is a statement that they intend to build their future around him.

Versatile, quick, and already delivering

Capable of playing both centre-back and right-back, Titi brings speed and attacking ambition to Stéphane Dumont’s back line. His versatility has been a key weapon in his early career, allowing Troyes to shift shape without losing defensive balance.

He announced himself last season in Ligue 2, contributing five assists in 20 appearances during the club’s promotion campaign. Those numbers underline why bigger clubs came calling: a defender who can defend space, carry the ball, and create chances is a rare profile.

Now he has stepped onto the biggest domestic stage. Titi made his Ligue 1 debut last weekend, starting in a 0-0 draw against Paris FC. It was a first glimpse of how his game translates to the top flight.

The contract is signed. The interest has been held off. The question now is simple: can Yvann Titi turn promise into dominance in Ligue 1?