The new 2025-2026 season of the Tunisian football championship is already promising to be rich in renewals and ambitions, with the start scheduled for Saturday, August 9, 2025. This 98th edition will be marked by significant transfers that demonstrate Tunisian clubs’ desire to strengthen their squads to shine both nationally and continentally. Among these moves, five transfers particularly attract the attention of Ligue 1 Tunisian championship observers.
Espérance Sportive de Tunis, the reigning champion, stands out as the most active club in the summer transfer market. They have officially announced the arrival of three key players: Younes Rached from ES Zarzis, Jack Pantoulou Diarra, and Nidhal Laifi, both signed for three years. These acquisitions reflect the Sang et Or’s strategy to solidify their title conquest and continue their regional dominance. At the same time, notable departures such as Montassar Triki and Larry Azouni have also been recorded, indicating a desire to reshape the squad.
Club Africain, another big name in Tunisian football, has not been left behind. The return of Youssef Snana, on loan at ES Zarzis, is a masterstroke to strengthen the midfield. Additionally, the signings of Mouhib Chamekh, Houssem Hsam Romdhane, and Firas Chawat reflect a targeted recruitment policy aimed at supporting an already competitive squad. These changes are strategic as the team must perform well against tough opponents at the start of the season.
The championship promises an exciting spectacle until the last match. Derbies between Espérance and Club Africain, clashes between Espérance and Etoile du Sahel, as well as other major Ligue 1 fixtures, are highly anticipated, particularly on matchdays 2, 9, 12, and 14. These key encounters, along with the momentum created by major summer transfers, are expected to strongly influence the season’s outcome and delight Tunisian football enthusiasts.