Congratulations to "Erawan," Thai U23 national team player, who has debuted with a new club and signed his first professional contract, aiming to join the senior squad.
On 24 Oct 2025 GMT+7, Erawan Garnier, a Thai U23 national team winger of French descent, officially transferred from Olympique Lyon to Lens, the 4th place team in France's Ligue 1, signing a contract until 2027.
For 19-year-old Erawan Garnier, this is his first professional contract. He will join the club's reserve team coached by Vincent Garlier, with a chance to advance to Lens' first team led by Pierre Sacha, a former coach who previously worked with him at Olympique Lyon.
Jean-Louis Lega, Lens' sporting director, commented after Erawan's unveiling: "Erawan is a talented young player, and this first professional contract marks another step in his development."
"We have closely followed his progress, and the endorsement from Pierre Sacha, who coached him at Lyon, further confirmed our commitment to signing him."
"Erawan is a strong player with excellent technique and team spirit. He will initially strengthen our elite team with his determination to progress to the first team."
Photo credit: Racing Club de Lens
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