It’s confirmed. Abdourahmane Mbodji, the 18-year-old Senegalese striker from Generation Foot academy, has made his decision: he is joining FC Metz. A bold move that leaves several Ligue 1 giants empty-handed.
Despite interest from Olympique de Marseille, LOSC Lille, and Stade Rennais, Abdourahmane Mbodji has chosen FC Metz as his next destination. The teenage striker, a standout product of the renowned Senegalese academy Génération Foot — a long-standing partner club of Metz — is set to sign a five-year professional contract at Frescaty. He arrives with eye-catching numbers: 11 goals and 3 assists in just 25 appearances this season in the Senegalese top flight.
Despite competing in Ligue 2, FC Metz have pulled off a remarkable transfer coup, leveraging their historic partnership with Génération Foot — the academy that previously produced stars such as Ismaïla Sarr and Idrissa Gueye. Born on April 22, 2008, in Richard-Toll, Senegal, Mbodji already represents his country at U17 level and is widely regarded as one of African football’s most exciting young prospects. For Metz, this signing sends a clear message: the club from Lorraine remains a serious destination for the continent’s finest emerging talent.