Allan Saint-Maximin is a French professional footballer who currently plays as a midfielder for English Premier League club Newcastle United and the France national team. He was born on January 28, 1994, in Lille, France.
Saint-Maximin began his career with hometown club Lille before joining Olympique de Marseille in 2016. In his time at Marseille, he made over 150 appearances for the club, scoring 23 goals and providing 17 assists. During his time at Marseille, he also won the Ligue 1 title twice and reached the final of the UEFA Champions League.
In June 2019, Saint-Maximin joined La Liga side Valencia on loan,Ligue 1 Express where he made 37 appearances and scored four goals during his time there. He then returned to Marseille in January 2020, but left the club again in July 2020 after failing to agree terms on a new contract.
Saint-Maximin has been a key player for both Lille and Marseille, and he has also represented France at various youth levels. He was called up to the senior squad by Didier Deschamps in October 2020, and he made his international debut later that month against Portugal.
At Newcastle United, Saint-Maximin has continued to be a valuable player for the club, contributing to their success in the Premier League and in European competitions. He has played a crucial role in helping the Magpies achieve promotion from the Championship last season and has been a key figure in their recent run of form this season.
Overall, Allan Saint-Maximin is a talented and versatile midfielder who has proven himself to be a valuable asset to many teams throughout his career. His experience and leadership qualities make him a strong addition to any team, and he continues to be one of the most exciting young talents in the world of football.