02.09.2026 10:31
Spot: Malick Fofana, who left Lyon to transfer to Sunderland, drew attention with his arrival at his new team's facilities. The 21-year-old Belgian footballer, whom the Premier League side added to their squad, created interesting scenes by arriving at the facility carrying his belongings in a trash bag.
Malick Fofana, whom Sunderland added to their squad from Lyon, has begun his new adventure in England. A detail from the 21-year-old winger's first arrival at the club facilities did not go unnoticed.
ARRIVED AT FACILITIES WITH A GARBAGE BAG
Fofana was seen carrying some of his belongings in a garbage bag instead of a suitcase or bag while arriving at Sunderland's facilities. The new signing's approach toward the facilities with a garbage bag in hand created a different scene from the usual footballer transfer images.
SIGNED FOR SUNDERLAND
Sunderland officially announced that they added the 21-year-old Belgian footballer, who wore the Lyon jersey, to their squad. The English club signed a long-term contract with Fofana. The young player, who operates on the left wing, can also play in the center of attack when needed.
WAS ALSO ON FENERBAHCE'S AGENDA
Malick Fofana's name was also mentioned with Fenerbahce during the transfer period. The young star had faced Fenerbahce wearing the Lyon jersey in the Champions League play-off and scored a goal with a flying volley in the second leg match. Fofana made his choice in favor of the Premier League and headed to Sunderland.
CONTRIBUTED TO 24 GOALS IN 82 MATCHES AT LYON
Fofana, who came through the Gent youth system, transferred to Lyon in January 2024. The Belgian footballer, who appeared in 82 matches for the French club, produced 18 goals and 6 assists. Fofana, who also wears the Belgian national team jersey, will continue his career in the Premier League from now on.