Celta Vigo agrees to sign Abdoulaye Faye from Bayer Leverkusen
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 6:50 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Celta Vigo has secured a transfer agreement with Bayer Leverkusen to sign defender Abdoulaye Faye. The 21-year-old, who typically plays as a central defender, spent last season on loan at Lorient in Ligue 1, where he dealt with injury issues but managed to start 16 league matches. Faye's performance has reportedly impressed Celta's management, leading to the agreement's completion. Official confirmation of the transfer is expected soon.
- •Celta Vigo finalizes transfer for Abdoulaye Faye.
- •Faye is a 21-year-old central defender.
- •He spent last season on loan at Lorient.
- •Faye recorded 16 starts in Ligue 1.
- •Official confirmation of the transfer is anticipated.
- 6:50 PMYahoo Sports — Celta Vigo seal transfer agreement with Bayer Leverkusen
"La Liga outfit Celta Vigo have this week tied up an agreement to add to the club’s defensive ranks for the season ahead. This comes amid the understanding that the Celestes are all set to sign Abdou...
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