Romain Perraud

Romain Paul Jean-Michel Perraud (born 22 September 1997) is a French professional footballer who plays as a left-back for La Liga club Real Betis.

Early career
Born in Toulouse in 1997, Perraud began his youth career with local side, Blagnac in 2007. He left in 2008 to join his hometown club Toulouse Fontaines Club, before moving on to US Colomiers in 2009.

Nice
In 2014, Perraud joined Nice's youth team from US Colomiers Football. Two years later, he joined the club's senior ranks. On 8 December 2016, Perraud made his senior debut for Nice in the 6th matchday of the 2016–17 UEFA Europa League against Krasnodar at Allianz Riviera, playing the full match.

Paris FC (loan)
In August 2018, Perraud signed a season-long loan with Paris FC. On 14 September 2018, he made his first appearance for the club in a 0–0 draw with Ajaccio. On 22 September 2018, Perraud scored his first goal for Paris FC after a 2–1 win against Metz.

Brest
In August 2019, Perraud signed a four-year deal with Brest. On 10 August 2019, he made his first appearance for the club in a 1–1 draw against Toulouse. On 13 September 2020, Perraud scored his first goal for Brest in a 2–0 victory over Dijon.

Southampton
On 2 July 2021, Perraud signed a four-year contract with Southampton for an undisclosed fee. On 14 August 2021, he made his first Premier League appearance for Southampton in a 3–1 defeat to Everton. On 2 March 2022, Perraud scored his first professional goal for Southampton with a 30 yard drive in a 3–1 FA Cup victory against West Ham.

During the 2022–23 season, Perraud scored his first Premier League goal in a 1–1 draw against West Ham. On 6 November 2022, he scored in a 1–4 defeat against Newcastle. Perraud scored a brace on 28 January 2023 in a 2–1 FA Cup victory against Blackpool. After sustaining an ankle injury during a 0–1 defeat to Bournemouth on 27 April 2023, Perraud was ruled out for the remainder of the season.

Nice (loan)
On 28 August 2023, Perraud returned to Nice on a season-long loan with an option to buy.

Betis
On 24 June 2024, Perraud signed for La Liga side Real Betis effective from 1 July.

Individual

 * Toulon Tournament Best XI: 2018