Transfer: Marco Essimi leaves Dunkerque and signs 3-year deal with Alverca

Africa 28 May 2026 at 08:51

Nafongo TRAORE

News Editor

Marco Essimi departs USL Dunkerque to join FC Alverca. The 27-year-old Cameroonian striker has signed a three-year contract with the newly promoted club in the Portuguese Primeira Liga.

A new chapter begins for Marco Essimi. The French-Cameroonian striker leaves USL Dunkerque and officially signs with FC Alverca, who have just secured promotion to the Portuguese top flight.

The winger has penned a three-year deal with the Portuguese club, marking a move that will see him test himself at the elite level in Portugal following two impressive campaigns in France's Ligue 2.

Essimi leaves behind unforgettable moments in Dunkerque. His standout achievement was a sensational hat-trick scored in just 34 minutes against Amiens SC in September 2025—a performance that made headlines across the league. During his spell at the club, he tallied 10 goals and provided 8 assists in all competitions.
Now with Alverca, Marco Essimi is set for a new adventure at the pinnacle of Portuguese football—a move that could well open the door to a call-up for the Cameroon national team.

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