Nottingham Forest secure Ibrahim Sangare’s future with new long-term contract | OneFootball

Nottingham Forest have handed Ibrahim Sangare a new contract, tying him to the club until 2029.

Sangare’s new deal ends speculation over his future after another campaign in which he established himself as one of Forest’s most important midfield players.

The 28-year-old joined Forest from PSV Eindhoven in a deal worth around £30 million in 2023 and has gradually developed into a key figure at the heart of the team.

After a difficult adaptation period during his first season in England, Sangare enjoyed a much stronger 2025-26 campaign.

He made 43 appearances in all competitions, including 14 in the Europa League as Forest reached the semi-finals of the competition during a memorable run.

A minor injury prevented him from featuring in the last four, but his performances throughout the campaign underlined his growing influence in the squad.

One of his standout displays came against Tottenham Hotspur in December when he scored once and provided two assists in an impressive performance before departing for the Africa Cup of Nations.

Sangare was an integral member of the Ivory Coast national team.

The midfielder featured in all four of his country’s matches at the 2026 World Cup after previously helping them reach the quarter-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations earlier in the year.

Forest’s decision to secure Sangare’s long-term future comes during a summer of significant change.

The club have already sanctioned the high-profile sale of Elliot Anderson to Manchester City, increasing the importance of retaining an experienced presence in central midfield.

Forest have also strengthened their squad by bringing in Xaver Schlager on a free transfer while continuing to explore further reinforcements before the transfer window closes.

Speaking after signing his new contract, Sangare thanked the supporters for their backing and described Forest as a ‘family’ after three years at the club.

Chief football officer George Syrianos also praised the midfielder’s influence, highlighting both his leadership within the dressing room and his importance to the club’s ambitions.