Watford FC officially secured the services of the talented young Malian striker, Mamadou Doumbia, as announced on Monday, February 19, 2024. The English second division club is set to welcome the 18-year-old player, signing him to a noteworthy six-year contract.
A press release from Watford FC, issued on Monday evening, confirmed the successful completion of the deal, expressing the club’s pleasure in officially welcoming the promising Mamadou Doumbia to their ranks.
“Watford FC is pleased to confirm the signing of young Malian international striker Mamadou Doumbia on a six-year contract,” the statement read.
Mamadou Doumbia’s journey to Watford has been marked by impressive performances, particularly in 2023.
Notably, he showcased his skills during the 2023 U17 Africa Cup of Nations, where the 18-year-old Malian made a significant impact by scoring four goals in five matches.
His stellar performances continued at the 2023 U17 World Cup, where the 1.92m striker notched up an impressive four goals in five matches, including a memorable hat-trick in the team’s opening match against Uzbekistan during the World Cup held in Indonesia.
The official statement from Watford FC concluded by highlighting the timeline for Doumbia’s integration into the team, stating, “The 18-year-old left-hander will join the Hornets on July 1, 2024, from Malian club Black Stars FC.”
This exciting transfer marks a crucial step in Mamadou Doumbia’s career, offering the prospect of further growth and development within the English football scene.
We’re pleased to confirm the signing of exciting young striker Mamadou Doumbia! ✍️
The Malian youth international will join the Hornets on July 1. 🇲🇱
— Watford Football Club (@WatfordFC) February 19, 2024
