Paris FC hand first professional contract to Ivorian striker Mohamed Dao

Paris FC have officially handed Mohamed Dao his first professional contract, rewarding the 19-year-old striker after his development through the club’s youth academy.

The Ivorian forward has signed a three-year deal with the Ligue 1 club, marking the next stage of his career after making strong progress within Paris FC’s system.

Dao has impressed with his qualities, including his pace, technical ability and finishing skills, which have helped him earn a place with the first-team squad.

His promotion reflects Paris FC’s commitment to developing young players and giving opportunities to talents from within the club.

The Parisian side are now looking towards their academy graduates as part of their future plans, with Dao becoming one of the latest young players to represent the success of their youth development programme.

The 19-year-old joined Paris FC’s U19 side in the summer of 2024 and quickly made an impact. During the previous season, he made appearances in France’s top division and also featured in the French Cup.

Beyond club football, Dao has also gained experience on the international stage with the Ivory Coast U23 team.

He was part of the squad that competed at the Toulon Tournament, where the Elephants secured a third-place finish.

His performances at both club and international level have helped raise his profile, leading Paris FC to place their trust in his potential as he begins his professional career.

The new contract represents a significant milestone for Dao, who now joins the first-team setup and will look to continue his development at the highest level with Paris FC.