Bastien Vautier pursued by ASVEL, Soren Bracq followed by Gravelines: update on Cholet players for 2025-2026

Eliminated in the Betclic ELITE quarterfinals by Bourg-en-Bresse, Cholet Basket is already looking ahead to next season. According to Ouest-France, several players are highly sought after following a successful season, starting with Bastien Vautier, whose unique profile as a solid and effective center has caught ASVEL’s attention. Others, like Soren Bracq, are drawing interest elsewhere, while Nathan De Sousa, Jamuni McNeace and Gérald Ayayi are trending toward staying with the club.

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Vautier heading towards a new challenge?

A revelation in Cholet’s first half of the season, Bastien Vautier (11.3 points and 4.9 rebounds) impressed with his accuracy near the rim and court vision. According to Ouest-France, he « signed for two years, with a clause he will likely activate by June 15 ». Courted by ASVEL, the 2.10m center could discover EuroLeague, but is also keeping an eye on opportunities abroad. His unique profile, robust and with good hands, appeals to many clubs.

Bracq attracts Gravelines, sensitive case for Cholet

Only 17 years old, Soren Bracq took advantage of T.J. Campbell’s absence to break through. Gravelines-Dunkerque has already made a concrete offer, according to Ouest-France. While Fabrice Lefrançois now wants to keep him, the club’s hesitation regarding De Sousa’s uncertainty has weakened the situation. The young guard’s decision remains uncertain, in what the regional newspaper describes as a « delicate » case.

De Sousa, McNeace and Ayayi likely to continue

Several key players whose contracts are ending or who have exit clauses could still continue their adventure with Cholet. This is the case for Nathan De Sousa, who according to Ouest-France « has until May 31 to activate his exit clause » but « the trend suggests he will stay ». Same for Gerald Ayayi, whose clause runs until June 15 but whose departure would only be considered « unless a major offer comes from abroad ».

As for Jamuni McNeace, his defensive impact and contagious energy have convinced management. A contract extension is in the works, and Ouest-France states that « the club’s offer should be satisfactory to the American ».