Mali: Seydou Dembélé, Reims' Gem, Called Up to U23 for the First Time

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Seydou Dembélé, 18, joins the Mali U23 national team. The Stade de Reims attacking midfielder had turned down Chelsea and FC Barcelona to make his mark in Ligue 2.

The young Malian chose Stade de Reims during the last summer transfer window. A winning bet: he quickly established himself in the Reims midfield with standout performances.

Chelsea and Barça were closely monitoring him. But Dembélé preferred Reims for playing time. This decision now opens the doors of the Aiglons, Mali's U23 team, to him.

This is his first call-up to this category. Seydou Dembélé could contend for a spot in the senior team in the coming months.

Original source: Afrik-Foot

Mali: Seydou Dembélé, Reims' Gem, Called Up to U23 for the First Time

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