Guinea youngster Alseny Soumah earns European move after impressing KAA Gent scouts

KAA Gent have reached an agreement to sign Guinean midfielder Alseny Soumah, with the teenager set to join the Belgian club after catching the attention of their scouting department.

The 18-year-old impressed Gent officials during a recent talent identification trip to Guinea and has now agreed to sign his first professional contract with the Belgian side. The deal will keep him at the club for three seasons.

Soumah, who can operate both in midfield and central defence, was identified as one of the standout prospects during Gent’s scouting mission in Conakry.

His performances for the Guinean Football Talents Academy convinced the club’s recruitment team that he possesses the qualities needed to develop at European level.

The young player attracted attention because of his technical ability, understanding of the game and maturity despite his age. Gent’s scouts were particularly impressed by his ability to recover possession, begin attacks from deep positions and adapt to different roles on the pitch.

Those qualities fit the profile the Belgian club has been targeting as they continue to build for the future by investing in promising young players.

Soumah has already travelled to Belgium and is expected to complete his medical examination before officially signing his three-year contract with KAA Gent.

The move represents a significant step forward in the midfielder’s career after spending his entire development period at the Foot Talents Academy in Guinea. He will now begin a new challenge in European football as he looks to continue improving within Gent’s structure.

The Belgian club has developed a reputation for identifying and developing young talent, and the arrival of Soumah reflects their continued focus on emerging football markets, especially in West Africa.

Gent’s management view Guinea as a country with a strong pool of talented players and are expected to continue monitoring the region for future prospects.

For Soumah, the transfer provides an opportunity to prove himself in one of Europe’s competitive leagues. The young Guinean will now aim to justify the faith shown in him by KAA Gent and work towards earning a place in the club’s first-team plans in the coming years.

The Belgian side believe his potential, versatility and technical qualities can allow him to progress quickly, making him another promising addition to their long-term development project.