Mamadou Sarr in motion towards Need Doue (Photograph by Catherine Steenkeste/Getty Photographs)
Chelsea have confirmed the signing of proficient younger centre-back Mamadou Sarr from Strasbourg, as per their official web site.
The Blues have introduced that Sarr is becoming a member of them on an eight-year contract, probably holding him at Stamford Bridge till 2033.
Nonetheless solely 19 years of age, Sarr seems to be like an enormous prospect for the long run after taking part in frequently in Ligue 1 for Strasbourg final season.
A France Underneath-19 worldwide who can be eligible to play for Senegal, Sarr has accomplished his transfer to Chelsea in time to signify Enzo Maresca’s aspect on the upcoming Membership World Cup this summer season.
Who’s Chelsea’s new signing Mamadou Sarr?
Sarr will not be but the largest identify in world soccer by a great distance, however he’s extremely regarded after his speedy improvement within the sport in current occasions.
Sarr had spells with Lens and Lyon at youth stage, and moved to Strasbourg final summer season, occurring to make 28 appearances for the membership in whole.
His supervisor Liam Rosenior is quoted by Chelsea’s official web site as heaping reward onto Sarr, saying:” I might speak about him for hours. His nickname is Mamadou Rosenior, he’s my son.
“It’s scary to indicate such performances at 19 with such calm within the face of such robust groups. He simply has to remain humble and calm and he shall be a high participant for certain.”
Chelsea’s defensive choices for 2025/26
Chelsea now have a depth of defensive choices on their books, with Sarr competing for a spot in central defence with large names like Levi Colwill, Wesley Fofana, Tosin Adarabioyo and others.
The west London giants have usually proven that they’re prepared to offer younger gamers an opportunity to develop underneath this possession.
Their switch technique has mirrored that, with different first-team regulars equivalent to Moises Caicedo, Cole Palmer and Malo Gusto signed at a younger age once they didn’t have that a lot expertise.
