Désiré Nonka-Maho Doué is a French professional footballer born on 3 June 2005 in Angers, France.
He plays primarily as an attacking midfielder or winger for Paris Saint-Germain in Ligue 1 and has earned senior caps for the French national team.
Doué is renowned for his exceptional technical ability, explosive dribbling, quick change of direction, creativity, and composure in front of goal.
Of Ivorian and French descent, he holds dual citizenship and emerged as one of Europe’s most promising young talents through Stade Rennais’ academy before making a high-profile move to PSG.
Siblings
Désiré’s older brother, Guéla Doué, is a professional right-back who plays for RC Strasbourg in Ligue 1 and has represented Ivory Coast internationally.
The brothers have faced each other in competitive matches, creating memorable family moments on the pitch, including emotional post-match interactions.
Doué also has a younger sister, with whom he spends significant time alongside his brother and parents.
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Career
Doué joined the Stade Rennais academy at the age of five and progressed rapidly through the youth ranks.
He signed his first professional contract in 2022 and made his senior debut shortly thereafter, quickly establishing himself with impressive performances that included goals and assists in Ligue 1 and European competitions.
His breakout highlighted him as one of the brightest prospects in French football.
In August 2024, Paris Saint-Germain signed him for around €50 million.
In his debut season at the club, Doué became a key contributor as PSG achieved significant domestic and European success.
He has continued to develop into a dynamic, versatile attacker capable of influencing games through dribbling, vision, and finishing.
Doué has also represented France at youth levels, including winning the UEFA European Under-17 Championship, and made his senior debut in 2025.
Accolades
With Paris Saint-Germain, Doué has won multiple Ligue 1 titles, the Coupe de France, Trophée des Champions, the UEFA Champions League (scoring twice in the final), and the UEFA Super Cup.
He also earned silver at the 2024 Olympics with France U23 and contributed to France’s UEFA Nations League campaign.
Individually, Doué has received widespread recognition including the UNFP Ligue 1 Young Player of the Year, Golden Boy award in 2025, Globe Soccer Emerging Player of the Year, and selections in the UEFA Champions League Team of the Season as well as other youth accolades.
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