Jean Butez (born 27 October 1995) is a French professional goalkeeper. He is best known for his time playing in Belgium, most notably with Royal Antwerp FC.

• Full name: Jean Butez
• Date of birth: 27 October 1995
• Place of birth: Lille, France
• Nationality: French
• Position: Goalkeeper

Club career (highlights)

• Early career: Developed in the youth system at Lille OSC, progressing through their academy and reserve teams.
• Royal Excel Mouscron (loan): Gained senior experience on loan from Lille at Mouscron in Belgium, where he featured regularly and attracted wider attention.
• Royal Antwerp FC: Transferred to Antwerp, where he became the club's first-choice goalkeeper. During his time with Antwerp he played in domestic league matches and helped the club compete in Belgian Cup and European qualification campaigns. Antwerp also achieved notable domestic success in the 2022–2023 period, including winning the Belgian Pro League and/or Belgian Cup during seasons when Butez was in the squad or competing for the goalkeeping spot (appearances and role varied by season).

Playing style

• Commanding presence in the box with good shot-stopping ability.
• Comfortable with ball at feet for distribution from the back, fitting teams that build from the goalkeeper.
• Strong in one-on-one situations and crosses.

Notable achievements

• Established himself as a reliable goalkeeper in the Belgian top division with multiple seasons as a starter.
• Part of Royal Antwerp's squad during a period of strong domestic performance, contributing to the club's competitive results.

Current status

As of the latest seasons, Jean Butez has been active in Belgian football. For the most up-to-date information about his current club, squad number, and recent appearances, consult the club's official site, league records, or current-season databases, since transfers and squad roles can change season-to-season.

Sources and further reading

• Club websites (Royal Antwerp, previous clubs)
• Reputable football databases: Transfermarkt, Soccerway, UEFA profiles
• Match reports and news from Belgian Pro League coverage