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Sambou Soumano set to leave Lorient amid Derby County and Charlton interest

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 8:15 AM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Sambou Soumano set to leave Lorient amid Derby County and Charlton interest

Summary

Sambou Soumano, 25, is expected to depart FC Lorient as his contract expires. Sources indicate the Senegalese forward is likely to move to England, with Derby County and Charlton Athletic reportedly interested. Soumano was a regular in Lorient's lineup last season, making 31 appearances and contributing four goals and two assists. His exit is compounded by fellow striker Bamba Dieng also set to leave the club. While there is interest from clubs in France and Turkey, the most significant interest currently comes from England.

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By the Numbers

•Soumano's contract with FC Lorient has expired
•He played 31 times last season, scoring four goals
•Derby County and Charlton Athletic show concrete interest
•Bamba Dieng also leaving Lorient on a free transfer
•Interest from both French and Turkish clubs noted

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8:15 AMYahoo Sports — Sambou Soumano set for Lorient exit amid Derby County and Charlton Athletic interest

What they're saying

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Sambou Soumano (25) is set to depart FC Lorient upon the expiry of his contract, as per a report from Foot Mercato. A move to England is on the cards for the Senegalese forward. Soumano, who came t...
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