Deezer CEO Axel Dauchez is set to leave the company having joined in January 2010.

A statement from the streaming platform said that Dauchez will depart in September to pursue a new professional opportunity.

Until his departure Dauchez will remain CEO and be backed by the senior leadership at Deezer, according to the company.

Deezer founder Daniel Marhely said: “The entire Deezer team and I wish to whole-heartedly thank Axel for his hugely valuable contribution over the last four ...