Ex-Man Utd & Chelsea midfielder Nemanja Matic completes Serie A return after Lyon departure

Sassuolo have confirmed the free signing of Nemanja Matic, with the midfielder making his return to Serie A after leaving Lyon this month.

• Sassuolo have announced the signing of Matic
• He joins until 2026 with an option for another year
• Mutualy terminated contract after agreement with Lyon

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  Sassuolo have announced the signing of Matic on a free transfer, with the midfielder agreeing a contract until June 2026 which will renew for another year if he meets certain criteria.

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  The former Manchester United and Chelsea player returns to Serie A after his initial spell with Roma under Jose Mourinho, where he reached a Europa League final and secured a top-six finish. The two-time Premier League winner later joined Lyon, becoming an important part of Paulo Fonseca’s midfield, before mutually terminating his contract after just one season.

• DID YOU KNOW?

  As well as Matic's arrival, winger Domenico Berardi has signed a long-term extension until 2029 at Sassuolo, potentially keeping him at the Mapei Stadium until age 35. A club icon, his renewal is a major boost for fans and strengthens hopes of maintaining Sassuolo’s Serie A status.

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  WHAT NEXT FOR MATIC AND SASSUOLO?

  After a losing start to Serie A with a 2-0 loss to champions Napoli, Sassuolo will hope that the signing of Matic will boost their hopes of staying in the top flight.