Villa secure Senegal starlet Mbaye in £47m PSG deal

Aston Villa have signed 18-year-old winger Ibrahim Mbaye from Paris St-Germain for £47m. The Senegal international scored three goals and provided two assists in 31 appearances last season, helping PSG retain Ligue 1 and the Champions League. Mbaye also became the youngest African scorer in men's World Cup history during the 2026 tournament.
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The 55m euro fee makes Mbaye one of the most expensive teenagers in Premier League history, reflecting his rapid rise at PSG. Despite modest goal numbers, his 31 appearances contributed to a domestic and European double, showcasing his reliability in a star-studded squad. His versatility on the wing was a key rotational asset.
Mbaye's World Cup strike against France set a record for African players