HSV let Soumahoro go: "Crucial for his development" | OneFootball

Hamburger SV has announced another departure. Aboubaka Soumahoro is moving as expected to AS Saint-Étienne.

The 20-year-old will continue his career in the French Ligue 2. Soumahoro is joining Saint-Étienne on a loan basis, and the deal also includes a purchase option. According to consistent media reports, this option is around five million euros.

The talented left-footer will get the much-needed playing time in France, which he was recently denied in Hamburg. In the central defense of the Rothosen, several players were ahead of him, making playing time scarce. Soumahoro has only been on the field in four Bundesliga matches this season.

After his arrival last winter and missing the second half of the season due to injury, he was supposed to be brought closer to the starting lineup in the summer. However, this was only partially successful. With the now completed deal, the Soumahoro chapter at HSV is temporarily closed – possibly even permanently.

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HSV Boss Explains Soumahoro's Departure

This conclusion can only be partially drawn from the farewell words of Claus Costa. “Shortly before the end of the transfer phase, the opportunity for a loan for Abou arose. The prospects for playing time are higher in Saint-Étienne than currently with us, and this is crucial for his further development,” the sports director clarifies.

He further states: “We will keep a close eye on Abou's progress and wish him all the best for his time in France.” So, the Soumahoro chapter at HSV might still end with a happy ending. And if not, the club would at least be a few million euros richer.

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