The LOSC must abandon its hopes of recruiting Souléymane Sidibé, a young Franco-English talent from Stoke City, after the PSV Eindhoven and the English club have concluded a transfer agreement estimated at 2.5 million euros. Sidibé, considered a promising player and compared to Carlos Baleba, was actively targeted by the LOSC to strengthen its midfielder, especially in the event of Benjamin André’s potential departure. The operation, which initially seemed promising, took shape quickly, as the player was about to sign a four-year contract with the PSV.

The LOSC’s interest in Souleymane Sidibé was particularly motivated by the need to fill a possible gap in his workforce, despite the extension of his captain’s contract, Benjamin André, who had initially been mentioned as a possible departure. The club closely monitored the young player, who had achieved a notable season in Championship, and saw him as a solution to boost his field environment. This track was part of a team-building strategy, although the field environment was not considered the most urgent area to be filled.

The decision of the PSV Eindhoven to opt for a quick and controlled offer finally convinced Stoke City to accept the agreement, sealing the transfer of Souleymane Sidibé. For the LOSC, this loss represents a missed opportunity to expand with a talented young player, although the financial situation of the club was a limiting factor. The operation is now official, and the player should take medical examinations at the end of the week before initialling his new contract.

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