Otelul Galati are reportedly tracking Côte d’Ivoire defender Habib Sylla, with the 27-year-old right-back currently on the books at Portuguese second-tier side UD Leiria and being linked with a summer move to Romania’s SuperLiga club.
Sylla, born in Agboville on 12 February 1999 and listed at 1.78m, is valued at around €550,000 on Transfermarkt, a figure that is shaping early speculation over any potential deal. With no publicly recorded contract expiry date at Leiria, there is also talk that the player could become available as a free agent if his situation in Portugal is not clarified in the coming weeks.
Operating primarily as a defender at right-back and favouring his right foot, Sylla has established himself in Liga Portugal 2 with Leiria, where he wears the number 52 shirt. His performances in the Portuguese second tier have put him on the radar of Otelul Galati, who are looking to reinforce their back line as they target stability in Romania’s top flight.
The rumour, dated 16 June 2026 and carrying a listed probability of “?” on transfer pages, remains at an early stage with no indication yet of formal negotiations between the clubs. Market watchers note that his €550k valuation could make him an attractive low-cost option in a market where experienced full-backs often move for significantly higher sums.
Recent match data highlights Sylla’s steady contribution for Leiria in Liga Portugal 2, where he has featured regularly as a starting right-back, offering defensive cover and width in transition. Those displays have helped fuel interest from clubs seeking a reliable, athletic option on the flank.
If a switch to Otelul Galati does materialise, the move would take Sylla from Portugal to a new league and environment, offering him the chance to enhance his reputation in the SuperLiga and potentially use Romanian football as a platform for the next stage of his career.
