AC Milan signs Troyes defender Sankhoun Diawara for €2-3 million
AC Milan has reached an agreement with French Ligue 1 club Troyes to sign 20-year-old central defender Sankhoun Diawara (also reported as Sanguin Diarra) for a fee between €2-3 million. The Paris-born left-footed defender made 18 appearances last season, helping Troyes win Ligue 2 and secure promotion. He has signed a contract until 2031 with an option to extend, and a medical has been arranged. The deal was finalized after Milan beat interest from a Premier League club and FC Basel.
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AC Milan signs Troyes defender Sankhoun Diawara for €2 million
AC Milan has completed the signing of 20-year-old central defender Sankhoun Diawara from Troyes (ESTAC) for a reported fee of €2 million. The left-footed player, who is trained at Troyes and born in Paris, has committed to the Rossoneri until 2031 with an option for an additional year. Diawara made his Ligue 2 debut in January 2026 and established himself in the starting lineup, playing the final 14 matches of the 2025-2026 season as Troyes secured promotion to Ligue 1. His departure follows those of Mathys Detourbet to Manchester City and Martin Adeline to Hamburg, bringing Troyes' total transfer revenue to over €30 million in the current window.
AC Milan Signs Troyes Defender Sankhoun Diawara for €2 Million
AC Milan has signed 20-year-old central defender Sankhoun Diawara from Troyes (ESTAC) for a reported €2 million. The left-footed player, trained at Troyes, has committed to the Rossoneri until 2031 with an option for an additional year. Diawara made his Ligue 2 debut in January 2026 and started the final 14 matches of the 2025-2026 season, contributing to Troyes' promotion to Ligue 1. His departure follows those of Mathys Detourbet to Manchester City and Martin Adeline to Hamburg, bringing Troyes' total transfer revenue to over €30 million since the window opened.
AC Milan Signs Troyes Defender Sanguin Diarra for 3 Million Euros
AC Milan has officially announced the signing of French defender Sanguin Diarra from Troyes for a transfer fee of 3 million euros. Diarra, born on January 13, 2006, in Paris, developed through the youth academies of Paris Solitaire and Paris Charenton before joining Troyes in 2020. He made his professional debut in the French Cup in November 2024 and went on to make 17 appearances in the league and domestic cup competitions, helping Troyes win the Ligue 2 championship and secure promotion to Ligue 1. Described as a left-footed center-back with technical skill, physical attributes, and personal qualities, Diarra is considered one of the most promising young defenders in French football. He has signed a contract with AC Milan until June 30, 2031, with an option to extend, and will wear the number 13 jersey.
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AC Milan Signs Troyes Defender Sango Diarra for €2 Million
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, AC Milan has reached an agreement to sign defender Sango Diarra from French club Troyes for a fee of €2 million. The deal has been finalized between the clubs and with the player, with a medical examination already arranged. Milan successfully hijacked the transfer ahead of a Premier League club that was also interested in signing the 18-year-old defender. The announcement was made on July 23, with Romano using his trademark 'Here we go!' phrase to confirm the transfer. Diarra is expected to join Milan's youth setup or first team as a promising defensive prospect.
Sankhoun Diawara heading to AC Milan
AC Milan has reached an agreement with French club Troyes for the transfer of 20-year-old central defender Sankhoun Diawara. The Paris native emerged last season, making 18 appearances, scoring 1 goal, and providing 1 assist, helping Troyes return to Ligue 1. With only one year left on his contract, his future was uncertain. Several clubs showed interest, including FC Basel, but according to Foot Mercato, AC Milan has secured an agreement with both Troyes and the player. Only a few final details remain to be resolved before the operation is finalized. The player is keen to join the Serie A club.
AC Milan Reaches Agreement with Troyes for Sanguin Diarra Transfer
French media Foot Mercato's chief reporter Santi Aouna exclusively reports that Ligue 1 club Troyes and Serie A club AC Milan have reached an agreement for the transfer of young player Sankhoun Diawara (also referred to as Sanguin Diarra). An agreement has also been reached with the player personally. Only final administrative details remain to be finalized before the deal can be completed. The news was published by Hupu Football on July 23, citing the French source.