Brentford seal club-record deal for Mali midfielder Sangare

Brentford break their transfer record to land Lens' Mali midfielder Mamadou Sangare on a five-year deal.

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What happened. Brentford confirmed the signing of Mali midfielder Mamadou Sangare from Lens for a club record fee, with the 24-year-old penning a five-year contract plus an option for another year.

• Sangare made 33 league appearances for Lens last season.
• He helped Lens finish second in Ligue 1 and win the Coupe de France.
• He has 16 caps for Mali and played at the 2025 AFCON.

“He fits everything we want from a Brentford player, on and off the pitch.”

— Keith Andrews

Sangare is expected to bolster Brentford's midfield ahead of the new season.

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