Transfer Window: A Belgian Defender Moves to Senegal

Belgian defender Sada Bruneel has signed with the Senegalese top-tier club, Ajel de Rufisque.

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Born in Ostend, Belgium to Senegalese parents, the 22-year-old is eligible to represent both countries internationally.

In Senegal, he will have the chance to gain playing time while awaiting a promising opportunity to return to the old continent.

Here are 5 things to know about Ajel de Rufisque's new signing:

• Trained at Virton, he has not played any matches in the Jupiler Pro League (Belgian Championship).
• He signed with the Finnish club Kajaanin Pallo in 2024, participating in 8 matches without scoring a goal or providing an assist.
• A versatile player, he can operate on the right flank of the defense or as a central defender.
• He was recruited by Ajel de Rufisque as a free agent.
• He has not previously represented the youth teams of either Belgium or Senegal.

Imed Ben Amara |

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Imed Ben Amara - bilingual sports writer and web editor with experience in football content creation. Since 2021, he has contributed to Foot Africa, providing news coverage and analysis.