Who is Robin Risser? Lens goalkeeper being targeted by Man City & Man United
Risser is attracting interest from major Premier League clubs.
RC Lens goalkeeper Robin Risser has been tipped for a move to the Premier League in the upcoming transfer window, with some of the biggest clubs in England reportedly targeting the French custodian.
Manchester City and Manchester United have emerged as big admirers of Risser, who currently plies his trade in Ligue 1 with Lens. Liverpool are also interested, as are clubs from around Europe, including Inter Milan and Juventus.
According to a report from Swiss outlet 4-4-2.ch, Manchester City are preparing a bid worth €30 million for Risser.
However, the player has a contract with Lens until 2030, and Les Sang et Or are demanding at least €40 million for the transfer. Meanwhile, his former club Strasbourg are reportedly entitled to a 25% sell-on fee, further inflating his value.
Despite this steep valuation, European giants continue to monitor Risser, who has emerged as one of the biggest goalkeeping talents in Ligue 1. Standing at 6 ft 4 in, his giant frame is combined with quick reflexes and strong ball-handling skills, making him a top prospect for the future.
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Robin Risser’s career so far
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Born in Colmar on December 2, 2004, Robin Risser began his football career in 2010 with Alsace-based amateur club FC Bennwihr. He moved to hometown club SR Colmar in 2015.
Two years later, he joined Strasbourg’s youth setup and was eventually promoted to the senior squad as the third-choice goalkeeper ahead of the 2022-23 Ligue 2 season. He also made several appearances for the Strasbourg B side.
Risser was sent on a season-long loan to Dijon in 2023, establishing himself as a first-choice goalkeeper and making 30 league appearances. He then joined Ligue 2 side Red Star on another loan spell in 2024.
His impressive performances attracted Lens, who signed him from Strasbourg for an initial fee of €3 million in July 2025.
Risser quickly became a starting goalkeeper for Les Sang et Or, powering them to a second-place finish in the 2025-26 Ligue 1 season. He won the UNFP Goalkeeper of the Year award and earned a place in the Ligue 1 Team of the Year.
This season, Robin Risser has been ever-present in goal for Lens, making 15 appearances across all competitions, including 10 in Ligue 1.
Risser has also made his mark on the international stage, representing France at U-16, U-18, U-19, and U-21 levels. An elbow injury forced him to withdraw from the French squad for the 2024 Paris Olympics.
He earned his first senior call-up in May 2026, being named in the 26-player squad for the FIFA World Cup 2026. However, he has yet to make his senior debut for Les Bleus.
How old is Robin Risser?
He was born on December 2, 2004, and is 21 years old.
Which Premier League clubs are interested in Robin Risser?
Manchester City, Manchester United and Liverpool are reportedly interested in signing the Lens goalkeeper.
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