Senegalese midfielder Sidi Bane is on the verge of completing a move to Racing Club de Lens, following a protracted visa process that delayed his arrival in France. The 20-year-old is expected to sign a contract with the Ligue 1 side that will keep him at the club until 2028, marking a significant step in his young career after leaving BATE Borisov.
After several weeks of administrative hurdles, Bane finally secured his visa and has now joined the Lens squad in France.
The northern club has agreed to pay a transfer fee of €300,000 to bring the talented midfielder to their ranks.
His arrival adds to an active transfer window for Lens, who have already strengthened their squad with the signings of Hervé Koffi, Malang Sarr, and M’Bala Zola.
Bane has successfully passed his medical examination, which took place back in May, and is now fully integrated into the team.
The young midfielder will be available for selection in Lens’ final pre-season match against Leicester City this Saturday, offering him a chance to make an immediate impact ahead of the new campaign.
Lens manager Will Still is likely to include Bane in the squad for their opening Ligue 1 fixture against Angers on August 18th.
The addition of Bane, known for his composure on the ball and defensive prowess, will provide Still with more options in midfield as the club looks to build on their recent success.
Bane’s move to Lens represents a significant opportunity for both the player and the club.
For Bane, it is a chance to showcase his talents in one of Europe’s top leagues, while Lens secures a promising young talent who could play a pivotal role in their domestic and potentially European ambitions.
With Bane now officially part of the team, Lens supporters will be eager to see how the new signing integrates into the squad and contributes to the club’s objectives for the 2024-2025 season.
His journey from BATE Borisov to Lens marks the beginning of a new chapter, one that both the player and the club hope will be filled with success on the pitch.
