Liverpool and Aston Villa eye Le Havre’s 17‑year‑old Djibril Ouziad

There aren’t many bright sparks in Le Havre AC’s season so far, but 17‑year‑old right‑wing‑back Djibril Ouziad is one of them, and Get French Football News Liverpool and Aston Villa are monitoring the France youth international despite the club’s dire campaign.

Managerial upheaval at Le Havre

Manager Didier Digard was relieved of his duties last season after securing just two points from nine games. The decision was taken by Le HAC’s owners, Blue Crow. In protest, president Jean‑Michel Roussier resigned, followed shortly by sporting director Demba Ba. A loss last weekend to FC Lorient under interim manager Jair Karam left the Normand club rooted at the bottom of the Ligue 1 table.

Ouziad signed his first professional deal in September, a contract that runs until 2030, confirming his status as the latest talent to break through from Le Havre’s renowned development system.

His performances at right‑wing‑back this season have attracted close attention from Premier League sides Liverpool and Aston Villa, GFFN understands.

Ouziad made his debut for France’s U18s earlier this season and has already featured nine times for Le Havre this campaign.

Regardless of Le Havre’s Ligue 1 fate, the 17‑year‑old is expected to leave the club next summer.