Sports - Football: Brentford sign Ligue 1 star Mamadou Sangaré for €48 million

Mali international Mamadou Sangaré has officially joined Premier League club Brentford from French club RC Lens in a €48 million transfer, as announced on August 2, 2026. The deal sets a new record sale for Lens. Sangaré made the move following a standout season with the Ligue 1 side.