Chinese club sign ex-PSG, AC Milan star, target place in Hong Kong Premier League
Canton United announce an agreement for the arrival of former France international Jeremy Menez
Canton United, an amateur team playing in mainland China’s fourth tier, have announced the signing of former AC Milan and Paris Saint-Germain forward Jeremy Menez, as they attempt to join the Hong Kong Premier League.
The club, who are based in Guangzhou, wrote on Weibo that they had signed the former French international, who retired last September.
Menez, 38, has not commented publicly on the move, but Canton said he would join in July. The Post has contacted Menez for comment.
“We are pleased to announce that after consultation with the management team of French star Jeremy Menez, Menez will join Canton United Football Club in July 2025, wearing the No 77 jersey and competing for the team in related competitions,” the Weibo post said.
“Menez’s experience in the top European leagues, mature tactical qualities and leadership qualities will inject new vitality into Canton United.”
On May 24, Canton, who play in the Chinese Football Association Member Association Champions League, shared an official statement outlining their ambition to join the Hong Kong Premier League.