Gael Ondoua: Servette announce departure of Cameroon midfielder

Swiss side Servette FC have officially confirmed the departure of Cameroonian midfielder Gaël Ondoua at the conclusion of the 2025-2026 season.

The 30-year-old Yaoundé-born star will exit the Garnets following the expiration of his current contract.

Widely revered as “The General,” Ondoua leaves a lasting legacy at the club defined by his leadership, midfield dominance, and fierce competitive spirit.

Across two separate spells with Servette—ranging from 2019 to 2021 and returning from 2023 to 2026—the Cameroonian international racked up 151 total appearances.

Gael Ondoua has eight caps for Cameroon

🔴 Le FC Servette a annoncé officiellement le départ de Gaël Ondoua en fin de saison, son contrat arrivant à terme. 👋🇨🇲

Le milieu de terrain camerounais a disputé 151 matchs avec le club et remporté notamment la Coupe de Suisse en 2024. pic.twitter.com/DzkoDI3z8F

— AllezLesLions (@AllezLesLions) May 13, 2026

As a cornerstone for Servette, he was instrumental in the club’s high-level performances lately, both in domestic competition and across Europe.

Ondoua will specifically be remembered as a primary architect of the 2024 Swiss Cup triumph, famously converting the winning penalty in the final shootout.

A veteran of high-stakes matches, he also featured heavily in various European campaigns, providing vital experience and character during the club’s most crucial moments.

“Servette FC warmly thanks Gaël Ondoua for his commitment, professionalism, and dedication to the garnet colors over the years, and wishes him all the best for the future,” the club said on Tuesday via a statement.

Servette supporters paid tribute to him during the final home game at the Stade de Genève against Lausanne-Sport, where they won 2-0 with Ondoua featuring for seven minutes yesterday.

Throughout this current campaign, Ondoua has made ten league appearances without finding the back of the net.

Ondoua, who previously represented Hannover, Anzhi, and Vejle BK, has earned eight caps for the Indomitable Lions.