Austrian-Ghanaian defender Samson Baidoo joins RC Lens on five-year deal

Austrian international of Ghanaian descent, Samson Baidoo has joined Frecnh Ligue 1 outfit RC Lens in the ongoing summer transfer window.

Baidoo joins Lens on five-year from Austrian giants Red Bull Salzburg, bringing an end to his three-year spell at the club.

Despite Salzburg receiving offers from Premier League clubs, the Ghanaian defender opted to join Lens upon conversation with Kevin Danso, a former player of Lens.

Having made meteoric rise at Salzburg, Baidoo has now embraced a new chapter in his career by joining Lens and his expected to play a huge role for the club.

Baidoo has already established himself a solid defender in the game considering his leadership skills, proven physical strength, and technical skill.

Following the footsteps of compatriot, Kevin Danso, the 21-year-old defender is poised to contribute his quota towards the success of the club.

The Austrian-Ghanaian centre-back has been handed the jersey number 6 at the French outfit heading into his debut campaign.

Baidoo joined Red Bull Academy back in 2018 before transition to senior team, where he established himself as key cog to the squad in the past three seasons.

With solid experience at the highest level (117 professional matches) and European experience (16 Champions League appearances) at just 21 years, Baidoo arrives not just as a talent but as a player who is ready to compete.

However, fans of RC Lens will be eager to see what the talented defender brings to their defence ahead of the upcoming 2025/26 football campaign.