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Liverpool targets African talent from Ligue 1

Liverpool explores signing Lens midfielder

Football news 10 may 2026, 07:50

Liverpool targets African talent from Ligue 1

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Liverpool has ramped up its scouting efforts for French side Lens midfielder Mamadou Sangaré.

Details: According to insider Nicolò Schira, the 23-year-old Malian midfielder has caught the eye of the Merseyside scouts with his performances in this Ligue 1 campaign, emerging as one of the season’s standout revelations. The Reds are considering him as a potential reinforcement for their holding midfield position.

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#Liverpool are monitoring #Lens’ midfielder Mamadou #Sangaré (born in 2002). #transfers #LFC
— Nicolò Schira (@NicoSchira) May 10, 2026

It’s worth noting that the Malian midfielder has featured in 31 matches across all competitions for the French club this season, tallying 3 goals and 4 assists. According to Transfermarkt, his market value stands at €30 million.

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