Makhtar Gueye: Blackburn sign striker from Belgian side Molenbeek
31 July 2024Blackburn Rovers have made their first major signing of the summer after agreeing a three-year deal with Senegalese striker Makhtar Gueye from Belgian club Molenbeek.
The 6ft 5in 26-year-old moves to Ewood Park for an undisclosed fee on a contract that runs until the summer of 2027.
The Championship club also have the option to extend his stay by a further 12 months.
Gueye began his career in France with Saint-Etienne and then Nancy before moving to Belgium to join KV Oostende four years ago.
He signed for Molenbeek last summer and scored 11 goals in 32 league games as they finished bottom of the Belgian top flight and were relegated.
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