ROTHERHAM, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 28: Mahamadou Sangare of Manchester City strikes the ball during the Vertu Trophy match between Rotherham United and Manchester City U21 at AESSEAL New York Stadium on October 28, 2025 in Rotherham, England. (Photo by Harriet Massey/Getty Images)
Mahamadou Sangaré (19) has left Manchester City, just over one year after joining the club from Paris Saint-Germain. The French forward has signed with Saudi Pro League side Al-Qadsiah, without having made a first-team appearance for the Cityzens.
The striker made the choice to join the Premier League side over the possibility of signing a first professional contract at formative club Paris Saint-Germain. In his debut season at Manchester City, he failed to make a first-team appearance. However, for the academy side, he did make 30 appearances, scoring 15 goals, including a hat-trick in a UEFA Youth League game against AS Monaco.
A return to Ligue 1 had been touted for the Frenchman. A loan deal, rather than a permanent transfer, was expected. However, he has instead moved to the Middle East and on a permanent deal. He has left Manchester City for an undisclosed fee, signing a three-year deal with Al-Qadsiah.