Chelsea Louna Ribadeira heads back to FC Fleury for crucial season

Chelsea forward Louna Ribadeira has re‑joined FC Fleury 91 on a season‑long loan for 2026/2027, the club announced on its official X account this afternoon. The 21‑year‑old now has a chance to cement her place in the French top flight and develop further.

Ribadeira spent last season on loan at the Stade Auguste Gentelet and returns for a second spell in the French top flight. FC Fleury 91 announced the loan on its official X account, using the club’s nickname Les Essonniennes.

Her contribution of three appearances and one goal helped the side secure a fifth‑place finish in the Arkema Première Ligue last term.

Ribadeira recovered from a long‑term foot injury to regain full fitness ahead of the new campaign, and her readiness is seen as vital for the Blues’ partner club.

Chelsea originally signed the 21‑year‑old from Paris FC in the summer of 2024 on a four‑year contract at Stamford Bridge. After an immediate loan back to Paris FC and a spell at Everton during the 2024/2025 season, the Blues still consider her a long‑term talent.

The loan offers Ribadeira regular top‑flight minutes to sharpen her goal‑scoring instincts, a chance she hopes to seize in her second spell at the French club. Chelsea expect the experience to prepare her for a return to South West London in twelve months, where she will aim to break into the first team.

Both clubs view the arrangement as mutually beneficial: Fleury gains a proven attacker for the season, while the Blues secure a player poised to add depth to their attacking options upon her return.