One of the most talented young riders in the World Tour, the Frenchman stays through 2027.
Soudal Quick-Step has decided to prolong the deal of Paul Magnier, a decision made after Paul’s excellent start to the season, which has seen him rack up a string of impressive results. A pro since 2024, when he scored five wins in our jersey, the soon-to-be 21-year-old has had a remarkable first months this season, taking the opening stage of Etoile de Bessèges and a total of five podiums, including a runner-up place in the prestigious Omloop Het Nieuwsblad.
“I’m proud and happy that I will continue with Soudal Quick-Step! I feel good here and I want to continue to progress. It was an easy decision when it came to signing a new agreement, as this is more than a team. I like that everybody is so friendly here, as this helps for the overall team spirit, not just in a race, but also outside of one. I have a lot of beautiful memories with the team, maybe the best of which is the Tour of Britain, where I got three wins with the support of a fantastic squad.”
The progress made by the Frenchman in just a year since joining the Wolfpack was so impressive that it has led not just to this well-deserved contract extension, but also to a Monument debut, Paul being slated to start this weekend’s 268km Ronde van Vlaanderen.
“I’m excited for Sunday. It will be my first Monument, and it’s really special to make my debut in a race like this as De Ronde. I look forward to it. From the moment the team contacted me I began dreaming of doing the cobbled Classics. I love these races, the mentality you need to win a race like this, and the fact they are so action-packed. It’s pure cycling”, added Paul.
Our team’s delight at agreeing a new contract with Magnier was expressed by Soudal Quick-Step CEO Jurgen Foré, who said: “It’s a landmark moment for us to be able to announce that Paul will stay with us for two more years. I have personally expressed my belief our best policy going forwards is to invest in young riders, and in the future for our team, and Paul is one of the very best young riders around. He has already had a magnificent start to his career, and he exudes the enthusiasm to constantly learn and soak up all the wisdom and information from those more experienced around him. We believe that he will grow into one of the pillars on which the team’s future success is built around.”
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