Racing Club de Strasbourg Alsace has officially confirmed the transfer of Mamadou Sarr to Chelsea FC. At just 19 years old, the young central defender, who developed at RC Strasbourg, is set to begin an exciting new chapter in the Premier League.
A Rising Talent to Watch
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Name: Mamadou Sarr
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Date of Birth: August 29, 2005
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Position: Centre-back
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Height: 1.94 m (6’4”)
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Nationality: French (youth international at U17, U18, and U19 levels)
Career Path So Far
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Olympique Lyonnais: Trained as a central defender, then loaned to RWD Molenbeek in Belgium in January 2024.
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Strasbourg: Signed permanently in August 2024 for around €10 million, where he quickly established himself in Ligue 1.
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Chelsea: Officially joined the London club on June 9, 2025, signing a long-term deal.
Why This Transfer Is a Big Step
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Physical presence & potential: Sarr quickly made a name for himself at Strasbourg, combining his 1.94 m frame with solid technical skills.
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Young yet experienced: Already has over 25 Ligue 1 appearances under his belt at just 19.
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Chelsea’s investment: The Premier League giants see him as a key piece of their defensive rebuild.
Key Career Milestones
| Date | Event |
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| Jan 18, 2024 | Loaned to RWD Molenbeek |
| Aug 22, 2024 | Transferred to Strasbourg (€10M) |
| June 9, 2025 | Officially signed by Chelsea |
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