The French defender Malang Sarr, who has played for Nice, Monaco, and Chelsea, joins Racing Club de Lens for the next two seasons with an optional third season.

Malang Sarr joins RC Lens. The 25-year-old left-footed defender has signed a two-season contract until 2026, with an option for an additional year. He arrives on a free transfer from Chelsea, where he struggled to make an impact since his 2020 transfer from Nice. Sarr has been on loan to FC Porto and Monaco but was not utilized last season by Mauricio Pochettino at Chelsea. He aims to revive his career with Lens.

Malang Sarr, deemed undesirable under Mauricio Pochettino, is nearing a move to RC Lens.

The French defender will join RC Lens after being released from his contract with Chelsea. He will undergo his medical examination on Monday, July 22 or Tuesday, July 23 before becoming a new player for RC Lens.

Malang Sarr is set to join RC Lens. The French defender will leave Chelsea and sign a 2-year contract with the Sang et Or. An agreement has been reached, and Sarr will undergo a medical examination before officially signing his contract.

Malang Sarr attempted to leave Chelsea last January by accepting a contract termination offer, which was later rescinded. Chelsea must not repeat the mistake of keeping him on a high salary while he doesn't even train with the team.

RC Lens is interested in acquiring Malang Sarr from Chelsea. Sarr, who has been with Chelsea for four seasons, is looking for more playing time and sees this as an opportunity to return to a league he is familiar with. Lens views him as a valuable addition to their defense.

Malang Sarr is one of the back-up players that Chelsea might sell this summer.

Chelsea is prepared to make many outgoing moves in the next summer: almost half the team could be sold.