Paris 13 Atletico have officially completed the signing of central defender Abdourahmane Barry from Ligue 2 side Amiens, as the club continues to bolster its squad ahead of the new National season.
The 25-year-old Guinean international arrives in the French capital with the objective of reigniting his career after two seasons without first-team appearances at Amiens.
His move marks a significant reinforcement for Paris 13 Atletico’s defensive line, with the club describing Barry as “a new and experienced addition” to their backline.
Barry, who began his professional journey in Germany, made his Bundesliga debut with SpVgg Greuther Fürth after joining the club in 2020.
Though his time in the German second division was limited, it offered him valuable exposure to high-level European football.
He later moved to Amiens, where he featured in 20 Ligue 2 matches during the 2022 campaign before falling out of favour and struggling for game time.
Despite a lack of consistent minutes in recent seasons, Barry remains highly regarded for his defensive awareness, physical strength, and aerial ability.
His international experience with Guinea further adds to his profile, making him a key figure in Paris 13 Atletico’s strategy to strengthen their defensive options with proven talent.
The Paris-based club, often referred to as P13A, has made no secret of its ambitions to rise in the French football hierarchy.
The arrival of a player like Barry aligns with their vision of building a squad capable of competing at the top end of the National division.
In an official statement, Paris 13 Atletico expressed optimism about the signing: “He is a player seeking revenge and determined to relaunch his career with P13A.
We welcome him as part of our project and believe his experience will benefit the squad.”
Barry’s determination to return to top form and re-establish himself as a reliable centre-back is evident. At 25, he enters a critical stage of his career, and the move to Paris offers a platform to prove his worth.
With regular playing time and the confidence of a fresh start, both player and club will be hoping for a mutually beneficial partnership in the season ahead.
While Paris 13 Atletico’s campaign preparations are ongoing, Barry’s integration into the squad is expected to be swift, with the club’s coaching staff keen to embed him into their tactical plans as they look to shore up a defence that was tested heavily in the previous season.
The signing also signals the club’s intent to continue attracting players with top-flight and international experience, even as they operate in the third tier of French football.
For Barry, the move presents more than just a change of club—it is a crucial opportunity to re-establish momentum in his professional journey.
As the new season approaches, fans of P13A will be eager to see how Barry contributes to the team’s defensive solidity and whether he can recapture the form that once saw him competing in Germany and France’s second tier.
