Metz Striker Diafra Sakho Attracting European Interest After Stellar Ligue 2 Season
2 May 2025 — Senegalese forward Diafra Sakho is turning heads across Europe with his standout performances for FC Metz in Ligue 2, with clubs from Belgium, Germany, and France expressing interest in the in-form striker.
The 24-year-old has been in prolific form this season, netting 16 goals and playing a pivotal role in Metz’s campaign to secure promotion to Ligue 1. His consistency in front of goal has not gone unnoticed, with scouts from multiple clubs reportedly monitoring his progress closely.
Belgian giants Anderlecht are among the frontrunners for Sakho’s signature, according to national broadcaster RTBF. The Brussels-based club is believed to have made initial enquiries as they seek to bolster their attacking options ahead of next season.
But Anderlecht are not alone. German Bundesliga side Wolfsburg, along with French outfits Marseille, Bordeaux, and Rennes, have all been linked with a potential summer move for the striker. Newcastle United are also reported to be tracking Sakho, adding Premier League interest to an already competitive list of suitors.
While FC Metz are on course for a return to France’s top tier, retaining Sakho’s services may prove difficult. The player’s agent has hinted that a departure from Lorraine is likely, regardless of the club’s promotion outcome.
“Diafra is having a great season, and naturally, interest is growing. It will be difficult to keep him at Metz beyond this summer,” his representative said.
Sakho, who has also drawn praise for his physical presence, work rate, and movement off the ball, appears ready for the next step in his career. With the summer transfer window approaching, a bidding war could ensue as interested clubs look to secure a proven goal scorer.
A product of Metz’s youth academy, Sakho has developed into one of Ligue 2’s standout performers and is now considered a key figure in Senegal’s next generation of attacking talent.
As his stock continues to rise, FC Metz face a familiar challenge: balancing their promotion ambitions with the financial and sporting realities of holding onto a player in demand.
