Mamadou Sangaré reveals why he still takes Uber to Brentford training

Mamadou Sangaré has revealed that he still takes an Uber to Brentford’s training ground despite completing a €48m move to the Premier League club this summer, insisting that becoming a professional footballer has not changed his lifestyle.

The midfielder, who joined Brentford after impressing at French club RC Lens, explained that he prefers using a taxi for his daily journey to training because it is more economical and convenient.

Speaking in a report broadcast by Canal+ on Saturday, the Mali international said the journey from his home to the club’s training ground takes between five and 10 minutes.

“I always take Uber to the training ground because it’s not far. It’s 5 to 10 minutes from here, so I didn’t take a car. It’s more economical.”

Despite the significant transfer fee involved in his move to England, Sangaré says he has no intention of allowing his growing profile in football to change the way he lives.

The former RC Lens midfielder described himself as a simple person, explaining that his rise to professional football has not given him any reason to abandon the habits he developed before reaching the highest level of the game.

“I know where I come from, so I’m not going to get a big head.”

His comments reflect his determination to remain grounded despite the financial rewards and increased attention that have come with his career progression.

Sangaré’s decision to continue using public transport for his short journey to training offers an insight into his personality away from the pitch. Rather than making changes to his daily routine following his big-money transfer, the midfielder appears comfortable maintaining the lifestyle he has always known.

The 23-year-old’s approach also highlights his emphasis on financial responsibility, with convenience and saving money taking priority over the luxury often associated with high-profile football transfers.

For Sangaré, becoming a professional footballer and securing a lucrative move to the Premier League does not mean he has to change who he is.

His message remains straightforward: success should not make someone forget their roots.