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Chelsea agrees loan deal for Mamadou Sarr to join Real Sociedad

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 8:35 PM

Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Chelsea agrees loan deal for Mamadou Sarr to join Real Sociedad
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Chelsea is finalizing a loan deal for defender Mamadou Sarr to move to Real Sociedad. The transfer is significant as it represents the fourth international loan for Chelsea, who are actively clearing their defensive roster. Xabi Alonso's influence reportedly helped Sarr choose the Spanish club as his destination. Concurrently, Chelsea is also close to finalizing the transfer of Axel Disasi to Crystal Palace. The club's defensive reshuffle continues as they aim to streamline their squad ahead of the new season.

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  • •Mamadou Sarr to join Real Sociedad on loan without a buy option.
  • •This marks Chelsea's fourth international loan of the transfer window.
  • •Xabi Alonso played a key role in Sarr's decision.
  • •Chelsea is finalizing Axel Disasi's move to Crystal Palace.
  • •Chelsea aims to reduce their defensive roster ahead of the new season.
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  • 8:35 PMYahoo Sports — Exclusive says Chelsea reach agreement for fourth international loan deal; defender heads to La Liga
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