Alphonse Areola
GK · West Ham · France
Quick facts
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Born
February 27, 1993
Zodiac
♓ Pisces
About
Alphonse Areola is a goalkeeper for France. He plays for West Ham since 2024. With 6 senior caps and 0 international goals, Alphonse adds experience, structure, and game intelligence to France. His recent role emphasizes disciplined positioning, efficient decision-making, and consistency across high-tempo match phases. Heading into the 2026 World Cup cycle, he profiles as a trusted option for difficult fixtures and in-game tactical adjustments.
Strengths
- +Shot-stopping reflexes
- +Penalty-area command
- +Distribution under pressure
Weaknesses
- −Rebound control in traffic
- −Long-range starting position
Role in the XI
In the projected XI, Alphonse fits as a goalkeeper, with responsibilities built around shape, timing, and clean execution in and out of possession. His profile supports tactical balance and gives the coaching staff dependable options under pressure.
Skill Profile
Rating breakdown and core attribute balance.
55
PAC
26
SHO
40
PAS
48
DRI
16
DEF
54
PHY
Career Timeline
Club progression, international milestones, and current status.
Born in France
Alphonse Areola was born on February 27, 1993 in France.
Played for Paris Saint-Germain B
Played for Paris Saint-Germain B, making 57 appearances.
Played for Lens
Played for Lens, making 35 appearances.
Played for Paris Saint-Germain
Played for Paris Saint-Germain, making 75 appearances.
Played for Bastia
Played for Bastia, making 35 appearances.
Played for Villarreal
Played for Villarreal, making 32 appearances.
International debut for France
Made senior international debut for France. Has earned 6 caps for the national team.
Played for Real Madrid
Played for Real Madrid, making 4 appearances.
Played for Fulham
Played for Fulham, making 36 appearances.
Played for West Ham United
Played for West Ham United, making 1 appearance.
Joined West Ham United
Signed for West Ham United, making 82 appearances.
Current Status
Currently playing for West Ham and preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with France.
Career History
| Club | Period | Apps | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 West Ham | ?–Present | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Paris Saint-Germain B | 2010–2013 | 57 | 0 | - |
Lens | 2013–2014 | 35 | 0 | - |
Villarreal | 2015–2016 | 32 | 0 | - |
Real Madrid | 2019–2020 | 4 | 0 | - |
Fulham | 2020–2021 | 36 | 0 | - |
West Ham United | 2021–2022 | 1 | 0 | - |
West Ham United | 2022–Present | 82 | 0 | - |
Paris Saint-Germain | 2013–2022 | 75 | 0 | - |
Bastia | 2014–2015 | 35 | 0 | - |
| Total | 357 | 0 | 0 | |
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2026 club status
West Ham
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