{"id":94323,"date":"2026-02-17T18:39:36","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T18:39:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/gambia\/?p=94323"},"modified":"2026-02-17T18:41:53","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T18:41:53","slug":"the-young-gambian-targeted-by-swiss-clubs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/gambia\/all-news\/the-young-gambian-targeted-by-swiss-clubs","title":{"rendered":"THE YOUNG GAMBIAN TARGETED BY SWISS CLUBS"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"ap-article-header-tag\"> <strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Gambia. <\/strong> <\/span><b>Sedi Kinteh is catching the eye of Swiss clubs. The 19-year-old Gambian defender, currently playing for Troms\u00f8 in Norway, is being closely monitored by FC Basel and Young Boys, both eager to strengthen their central defense.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Known for his physical strength and exceptional speed, Kinteh has quickly made a strong impression since joining Troms\u00f8. According to the Daily Mail, Chelsea and Manchester United are also interested, but the English clubs will have to wait until the summer before making a move.<\/p>\n<p>In Switzerland, the transfer window remains open until February 16, giving Basel and Young Boys the opportunity to negotiate. Troms\u00f8 is reportedly asking between 4 and 5 million euros for their promising defender. Sedi Kinteh is under contract with Troms\u00f8 until 2029, ensuring the Norwegian club maintains a strong position in negotiations and paving the way for a well-considered transfer.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ap-article-footer-note\">Find more news and analyses on <span class=\"ap-highlight-country\">Gambia<\/span> on the <span class=\"ap-highlight-brand\">Africa Press<\/span> website<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Gambia. Sedi Kinteh is catching the eye of Swiss clubs. 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