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Brentford in advanced talks to sign Mamadou Sangaré from Lens

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Last updated Aug 1, 2026

Brentford in advanced talks to sign Mamadou Sangaré from Lens
Summary

Brentford FC is in advanced negotiations with RC Lens to complete the €48 million transfer of midfielder Mamadou Sangaré. The 24-year-old, who played a crucial role in Lens' successful season, has become a priority as Brentford prepares to replace Jordan Henderson, who is heading to Chelsea. Reports indicate that an agreement is close, although Crystal Palace may still attempt to outbid the Premier League club. Talks had been discreet for several weeks as Brentford evaluated Sangaré's fit for their squad.

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Key Details
  • •Brentford negotiating €48 million transfer for Mamadou Sangaré.
  • •Sangaré was pivotal in Lens' Champions League push last season.
  • •Jordan Henderson is likely leaving Brentford for Chelsea.
  • •Crystal Palace may still attempt to outbid Brentford.
  • •Agreement between Brentford and Lens is reportedly close.
Latest Updates
  • 9:15 PMYahoo Sports — Official | Brentford sign Mamadou Sangaré from Lens in club-record €48m deal
  • 6:18 PMYahoo Sports — Brentford pay club-record fee for Lens midfielder Mamadou Sangaré
  • 4:48 PMYahoo Sports — Brentford sign Sangare for club record fee
  • 4:48 PMBBC Sport — Brentford sign Sangare for club record fee
  • 4:41 PMYahoo Sports — Brentford sign Mali midfielder Sangare in club record deal
  • 4:01 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Everything a team needs’: What those who know Sangaré best say about Brentford’s record signing
  • 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Brentford sign Sangaré from Lens for club-record fee
  • 9:15 AMYahoo Sports — Mamadou Sangaré leaves Lens squad as Brentford move nears
What they're saying
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Brentford has paid a club-record fee to sign Mamadou Sangaré from Lens, the Premier League club said on Saturday. The 24-year-old Mali midfielder agreed a five-year contract, with an option for a further year. The precise fee was undisclosed but reports say it surpasses the 42.5 million pounds ($57.3m) that Brentford paid Bournemouth for Dango Ouattara a year ago.

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Brentford signed Mali midfielder Mamadou Sangare from Lens in a club-record deal worth a reported £39 million ($52 million) on Saturday.Sangare agreed a five-year contract with the Premier League side, including a club option for a further year.

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Brentford have completed the signing of Mali international Mamadou Sangaré from French club RC Lens.The 24-year-old moves to west London following an outstanding 2025/26 campaign, helping Lens finish...

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