By: Roland James | Columnist | WBN NEWS Africa | August 2, 2026

Brentford have made a major statement ahead of the new Premier League season by completing the signing of Mali international Mamadou Sangare from RC Lens in a club-record deal worth a reported £41 million. The 24-year-old midfielder has signed a contract that will keep him at the Gtech Community Stadium until June 2031, with the club holding the option to extend his stay by a further year until June 2032.

The move underlines Brentford's continued ambition to strengthen their squad with talented players capable of making an immediate impact. Sangare arrives after an impressive spell with RC Lens, where he established himself as one of Ligue 1's standout midfielders. Before joining the French club, he developed his game with Rapid Vienna in Austria, earning praise for his composure, work rate, and ability to control matches from midfield.

Brentford head coach Keith Andrews expressed his delight at securing the highly rated midfielder, revealing that the club had monitored Sangare for some time.

"Mamadou is someone that we've tracked for quite some time. He's been on our radar and was a player we were really keen to bring in," Andrews said.

The Brentford boss also praised the player's character, adding:

"He's a humble young man, but he's equally as determined to succeed in his career. He fits everything we want from a Brentford player, on and off the pitch."

Sangare's arrival reflects Brentford's commitment to building a competitive squad capable of challenging in one of the world's toughest leagues. His defensive intelligence, technical quality, and leadership qualities are expected to strengthen the Bees' midfield as they prepare for the new campaign.

For Sangare, the move represents another significant step in an already impressive career. Joining the Premier League offers a fresh opportunity to showcase his talent on one of football's biggest stages while inspiring young players in Mali and across Africa who dream of reaching the highest level.

With Brentford investing heavily in one of Europe's most promising midfielders, supporters will be eager to see Sangare write the next successful chapter of both his career and the club's growing Premier League story.

Editor: Joseph James Udoh

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