Key Takeaways:
- Real Sociedad have initiated efforts to sign former RC Lens centre-back Malang Sarr (27)
- Sarr played a pivotal defensive role for Lens, helping them secure second place in Ligue 1 and clinch their first ever Coupe de France last season
- Marseille have also enquired regarding Sarr’s availability after his exit from Lens in June
Real Sociedad Pursue Malang Sarr
Real Sociedad are looking to bolster their defensive ranks by targeting Malang Sarr, formerly of RC Lens. The Spanish side has set sights on the experienced French centre-back following his decision to leave Lens at the end of the season.
🚨 La Real Sociedad 🇪🇸 tente d’attirer Malang Sarr 🇸🇳, libre de tout contrat cet été. 💙🤍
L’OM 🇫🇷 a également pris des renseignements.
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Sarr’s Impact at Lens
Sarr signed for RC Lens two years ago and swiftly became an integral figure in their back line. In his second season, he served as a crucial component for Les Sang et Or, contributing to their impressive run which saw the club finish second in Ligue 1. Moreover, he was instrumental as Lens lifted the Coupe de France for the first time in their history.
Contract Situation and New Opportunities
Despite RC Lens qualifying for next season’s UEFA Champions League, Sarr chose not to extend his contract with the French club, with his departure confirmed by the end of June. This decision has left the former Chelsea defender as a free agent in search of his next club.
Marseille Also Interested
Alongside Real Sociedad’s interest, Marseille have also expressed a desire to sign the player and made enquiries into the possibility of acquiring Sarr this summer.
