Transfer: Burkinabé talent signs in French Ligue 2

Burkina Faso continues to export its football talents. The latest among them is Joël Bertrand Bayala. The Burkinabé midfielder has officially signed with Dijon Football Côte d'Or.

Joël Bertrand Bayala is set for his first European adventure. A product of the Tinakour Academy, the 20-year-old arrives from Sporting FC Tanoya. This move to Dijon comes after an outstanding season in the Burkinabé Premier League, where he was named the best defensive midfielder for the 2024-2025 season.

At Dijon, Bayala will discover the atmosphere of French football, and especially the challenges of Ligue 2, as he aims to take another big step in his professional career.

Nafongo TRAORE |

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Nafongon Moussa TRAORE, Burkinabè de 25 ans, est passionné de football, est rédacteur pour Foot Africa et commentateur pour BurkiFoot.

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