From recent reports, SurgeZirc NG learned that Soumaila Coulibaly has arrived England today for medical checks as new Burnley signing.
Burnley Football Club reached an agreement to sign Soumaila Coulibaly, a centre-back from Borussia Dortmund last week.
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The initial deal is a loan, but Burnley has an obligation to make the transfer permanent for a fee of £15 million.
The 19-year-old French defender began his youth career at Paris Saint-Germain before joining Dortmund, where he spent two years developing his skills.
Soumaila Coulibaly, already in England set for medical tests today as new Burnley player. 🟣🩺 #BurnleyFC
Deal agreed last week on loan with mandatory buy option clause from Borussia Dortmund. pic.twitter.com/7zA1PHl53P
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 10, 2023
He made an appearance in the UEFA Champions League for the senior team and played numerous matches for the second team.
Under the management of Vincent Kompany, Burnley has secured the services of Coulibaly on a temporary basis, bringing him to England.
If he performs well during the Premier League season, following Burnley’s immediate promotion from the Championship, the club will exercise the option to sign him permanently for £15 million.
Born in Montfermeil, France, to Malian parents, Coulibaly represented France at the under-16 and under-17 levels in 2019.
Burnley has been active in the transfer market, bolstering their defensive options by acquiring Jordan Beyer and Dara O’Shea, as well as goalkeeper Lawrence Vigouroux.
Additionally, they are expected to sign Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford for a reported fee of £19 million.
Trafford gained recognition for his crucial double-save in the final moments of England’s victory in the UEFA Under-21 European Championship.
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The Clarets will commence their Premier League campaign with an away fixture against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on Friday, August 11th.
As they aim to secure their top-flight status, Burnley is reinforcing their squad and making strategic signings to strengthen their chances of survival in the highly competitive league.
