Bournemouth's Romain Faivre will spend the 2026/27 season at Auxerre after completing a season-long loan move. The 27-year-old impressed during a loan spell with the Ligue 1 side in the second half of last season.

What happened?

Faivre made 10 appearances and provided two assists as Auxerre secured another year in the French top flight. The two clubs reached an agreement for another loan until the end of the 2026/27 campaign, with no option to buy.

Why it matters for Bournemouth

This move comes as Bournemouth sits 6th in Premier League with 57 points, 28 points behind leaders Arsenal, and having recently drawn 1-1 with Nottingham Forest on May 24, 2026. Bournemouth has scored 58 goals and conceded 54, with a recent form of 1W-4D-0L, unbeaten in the last 5 games.

What comes next?

Faivre becomes Auxerre's first signing of the summer transfer window, and he will return to a changed setup, with former Southampton manager Will Still replacing Christophe Pélissier. As Bournemouth looks to improve their standing, Faivre's loan move could provide an opportunity for other players to step up. With the new season approaching, Bournemouth will look to build on their recent form and make a strong start to the 2026/27 campaign.