Onesime Muepu Signs with Historic French Club Bordeaux

Grove United is proud to announce that Onesime Muepu has signed with FC Girondins de Bordeaux, one of the most historic clubs in French football.

Founded in 1881, Bordeaux is a six-time Ligue 1 champion and has developed players such as Zinedine Zidane, Bixente Lizarazu, and Jules Koundé, with a long-standing reputation in the French and European game. The club is currently competing in France’s fourth division (National 2) as it works through a period of restructuring and rebuild.

For Grove United, Onesime’s move represents another step in the club’s mission of building a high-level environment that prepares players to reach the next level of the game.

From Grove United to France

Onesime joined Grove United at the age of 18 and quickly established himself as a key

attacking player within the program, finishing as the club’s top goal scorer during his time with the team.

His pace, movement, and ability to impact the game in the final third made him a consistent presence in the attacking line and helped position him for opportunities at the next level.

Through Grove United’s relationships in France, Onesime earned the opportunity to train and trial with Red Star FC (Ligue 2 Club), marking the first step in his transition into the European game.

Following his time in Paris, he was recruited by AS Beauvais Oise, where he continued his development within the French system and gained valuable experience competing in a professional environment.

His progression has now led to his signing with FC Girondins de Bordeaux, continuing his advancement within one of Europe’s most historic football environments.

“Mon passage à Grove United a joué un rôle important pour m’amener à ce niveau. L’environnement m’a poussé chaque jour, et le staff technique m’a challengé pour améliorer tous les aspects de mon jeu, sur et en dehors du terrain. Cela m’a aidé à devenir un joueur plus complet et m’a préparé pour des opportunités comme celle-ci. Je suis reconnaissant pour le soutien et les standards qui ont été mis en place, et j’ai hâte de continuer à progresser, de tout donner pour mon nouveau club et de représenter Grove United de la meilleure façon possible, ” a déclaré Onesime Muepu. (“My time at Grove United played a big role in getting me to this point. The environment pushed me every day, and the coaching staff challenged me to improve all areas of my game—both on and off the field. It helped me become more complete as a player and prepared me for opportunities like this. I’m grateful for the support and the standards that were set, and nd I’m excited to continue progressing, give everything for my new club, and represent Grove United in the best possible way, said Onesime Muepu”)

Building the Player Pathway

Onesime’s progression reflects the type of pathway Grove United is continuing to build—creating opportunities for players to develop within a high-level, competitive environment and position themselves for the next level of the game.

The club remains focused on providing players with the structure, competition, and exposure needed to progress, while maintaining a professional environment that prepares them for the demands of the game at higher levels.

A Proud Moment for the Club

Everyone at Grove United is proud to see another Grove United player reach the next level and take the next step in their football journey. “We’re incredibly proud of Onesime and the work he has put in during his time with Grove United. He came into our environment with a clear focus and commitment to improving every day, and this opportunity is a reflection of that. Signing with a historic club like Bordeaux is a significant achievement and places him in an environment with a strong tradition and high standards. We’re excited to see him continue his development within that setting. His journey is also a strong example for our players of what is possible through hard work, consistency, and commitment to the process,” said Club President Justin Grove.

The club will continue to follow Onesime’s progress closely and looks forward to watching his continued development in France.

Once a Lion. Always a Lion.