Atletico Madrid has confirmed the extension of Omar Janneh’s contract, securing the talented forward’s services until June 2028.
The news, which had been anticipated for several days, was officially announced on Friday.
The 18-year-old Gambian forward has impressed this season with Atletico Madrid’s B team, where his strong performances have earned him a well-deserved contract extension.
Having played 18 games for the reserve side, Janneh has contributed significantly with 6 goals and 1 assist, demonstrating his potential and growth as a player.
Janneh, who was born in Lleida, has caught the eye with his performances, and his extension is a reflection of the club’s confidence in his abilities.
Atletico Madrid B shared the announcement of his new contract on their official Twitter account, underlining their commitment to nurturing young talent.
Speaking about the extension, Janneh expressed his desire to continue improving.
I want to continue to improve and grow day by day to help the club achieve all its goals,” he said.
His words highlight his dedication to further development and contributing to the team’s success in the future.
❝Quiero seguir mejorando y creciendo día a día para ayudar al club a conseguir todos los objetivos❞
— Omar Janneh tras firmar su renovación hasta 2028. pic.twitter.com/0nYpCraweR
— Atleti Academia (@AtletiAcademia) December 13, 2024
With his current form and progression, Janneh is expected to make the leap to Atletico Madrid’s first team in the near future.
The forward’s talent and hard work have positioned him as one of the brightest prospects at the club, and his new contract marks an important step in his career.
Valued at 200,000 euros by Transfermarkt, Janneh has shown that he has the skills to succeed at the top level of Spanish football.
His performances with the reserve team have set a strong foundation, and Atletico Madrid will be looking to integrate him into their senior squad soon.
As Atletico Madrid prepares for their upcoming La Liga fixture against Getafe on matchday 17, all eyes will be on Janneh’s continued progress, as the young forward works towards securing a spot in the first team.
