Senegal and Sunderland midfielder Habib Diarra has officially signed with Roc Nation Sports International (RNSI), joining an agency that also represents several of South Africa’s brightest football prospects.
The 22-year-old is widely regarded as one of the Premier League’s most promising young midfielders after completing his move to Sunderland from French club Strasbourg last year.
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His decision to join Roc Nation Sports International comes after an impressive rise in European football, highlighted by standout performances for Senegal on the international stage and a successful transition to English football.
In South Africa, Roc Nation Sports International’s client list includes Cape Town City’s Emile Witbooi, Mamelodi Sundowns youngster Siyabonga Mabena, Durban City’s Luphumlo Sifumba and Kaizer Chiefs forward Neo Bohloko.
Diarra’s arrival further strengthens the agency’s growing presence across the African continent, following the recent signing of highly rated Ivorian talent Yan Diomande.
Speaking after completing the deal, Diarra expressed his excitement at joining Roc Nation Sports International, saying he was delighted to have signed with the agency.
“Joining the Roc Nation Sports International family is an incredibly proud moment for me and my family. On the pitch, my focus is always on giving everything for Sunderland and Senegal, and I wanted to partner with representatives who understand my ambition off the pitch, too.
“Roc Nation Sports International is a global powerhouse that does things differently. From our very first conversation, it was clear that they care about me as a person, not just a football player. I am excited to take this next step in my career knowing I have a proven team behind me.”
Roc Nation Sports International Brazil Vice President Marcos Casseb officially welcoming Diarra to the agency, said, “Habib is a phenomenal talent who has already proved his quality on the world’s biggest stages.”
“Our goal is to provide a true 24/7, white-glove service that emboldens our athletes, celebrates their authentic stories, and sets them on a path towards achieving all of their goals.
“Habib embodies the drive, resilience, and ambition that define our agency, and we look forward to elevating his success on and off the field.”
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