CSKA Sofia eye France‑Ivorian right-back Therence Koudou in move from KV Mechelen

France and Ivory Coast-eligible right-back Therence Koudou of KV Mechelen is being linked with a summer move to Bulgarian side CSKA Sofia, with the 21-year-old defender emerging as a rumoured target for the efbet Liga club.

Koudou, valued at €4.00m on Transfermarkt, is currently on the books of Belgian Jupiler Pro League outfit KV Mechelen, where he wears the number 7 shirt. The reported interest from CSKA Sofia comes amid uncertainty over his contractual situation in Belgium, with no public information on when his deal was signed or when it expires, raising the prospect he could move on in the short to medium term or eventually command interest as a potential free agent.

Transfer speculation recorded on 3 July 2026 lists the probability of a move as “?”, underlining that discussions remain at a very early and unconfirmed stage. There is no indication so far of an agreed fee or formal bid between the clubs.

Born in Livry-Gargan on 13 December 2004, Koudou stands at 1.78m and is a right-footed defender whose main position is right-back. Eligible for both France and Côte d’Ivoire, he represents a modern full-back profile, combining defensive work with the ability to support attacks from wide areas in the Jupiler Pro League.

Koudou’s recent outings for KV Mechelen in Belgium’s top flight, including his latest appearance in the Jupiler Pro League this spring, have helped consolidate his market valuation, although detailed match statistics and a specific standout fixture – such as opponent, exact date, scoreline and individual contribution – are not yet documented in the current data.

With his career still at an early stage and his market value rising, a switch to CSKA Sofia, if it materialises, could offer Koudou a fresh platform in Eastern Europe to enhance his reputation and accelerate his development at senior level.