Focus on new African player signings in the Brazilian League
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The Belgian Championship is widely regarded as the best showcase opportunity for African footballers.
Five new players bolstered the growing African ranks in the Brazilian league during the recent winter transfer window.
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Mokhtar Diop
The Senegalese forward joined Gent from Norwegian team Lillestrom for a transfer fee of 1 million euros. Before moving to Belgium, the 21-year-old played in three Norwegian Cup games, scoring one goal and providing one assist.
Masire Silas
The Senegalese centre-back left Norwegian club Rinn to join Union Saint-Gillois. Massiré Sylla was born at Diabal Academy and also played for French Pau Football Club.
Malik Mbaye
Zuert Waregem spent 200,000 euros to hire the former Metz winger. Before arriving in Belgium, Malik Mbaye played seven games for “Les Grenats” and provided one assist.
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Bernard Engene
The Cameroon striker joined Standard Liege on a free transfer after parting ways with Nice. He has made 13 appearances so far this season but is yet to score.
Muhammadu Sal
The former Espoirs de Guédiawaye defender will embark on his first European adventure with Zulte Waregem. At just 18 years old, Mouhamadou Sall will look to continue his development and further his football education in Belgium.