Ibrahim Mbaye
AVL
RW
One-v-One Creator
Jan 24, 2008 (18)
Right
5'9"
143 lb
VillaCould make Villa debut
Mbaye is in contention to make his Aston Villa debut in Saturday's Premier League clash against Hull City following his move from PSG, according to coach Unai Emery. "We don't have any different news about it. Normally, the players they were and the players they are joining us, they are going to be for tomorrow."
Analysis: Mbaye is available immediately after completing his move from PSG, though it remains to be seen whether manager Unai Emery will hand the young winger a starting role so soon after his arrival. A place on the bench appears possible as he settles into his new surroundings, with Mbaye capable of providing Villa with another attacking option out wide during the match.
Signs with Aston Villa
Mbaye completed a permanent transfer to Aston Villa from PSG, according to the club.
Analysis: Mbaye made his PSG debut at just 16 years old and went on to win two Champions League titles, two Ligue 1 titles, a French Cup and two UEFA Super Cups during his time at the club. The Senegal international, capped 15 times, became the youngest African player to score at a World Cup finals after netting at this summer's tournament, and now begins the next chapter of his career at Aston Villa.
Out for Super Cup
Mbaye is out for Sunday's Super Cup final against Lens as he looks to be ending his time with the club, according to Fabrice Hawkins of RMC Sport.
Analysis: Mbaye is not on the team sheet as PSG start their season looking for some hardware, with the winger out as transfer rumors circle. It appears he will be on his way out in the following weeks after his absence Sunday, with teams bidding for his service but Liverpool appearing to lead the race. He recorded three goals and two assists in 24 appearances (10 starts), a useful young option that is still waiting to see a true starting role.
Back at Campus PSG for preseason
Mbaye is back at Campus PSG for preseason following the post World Cup break, according to the club.
Analysis: Mbaye struggled to make a significant impact for Senegal at the World Cup, scoring just once in four appearances (one start). Reports suggest PSG do not count on him as part of their plans for the 2026/27 season and would like to see him find a new club this summer, a situation that will be worth monitoring as his return to training coincides with ongoing questions about his future.
Subpar showing in win
Mbaye registered three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Friday's 5-0 victory versus Iraq.
Analysis: The fact that Mbaye didn't have a single shot in a game where Senegal scored five times shows how little influence he had, although, to be fair, most of those goals came after he had already been subbed off. The PSG youngster isn't expected to start knockout-stage matches for Senegal with Ismaila Sarr, Sadio Mane and Ilman Ndiaye as options ahead of him.
Scores in Senegal World Cup opener
Mbaye scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Tuesday's 3-1 loss versus France.
Analysis: Mbaye came from the bench with 15 minutes to go and showed incredible skill to glide past the French defence and score the goal in injury time, which brought the score back to 2-1. Kylian Mbappe would go to score a goal straight away to help the game finish 3-1. The goal came from his only shot of the game, and he also put in two dangerous crosses, which put pressure on Mike Maignan in goal. One cross was nearly turned into a goal by a French defender.
Scores late goal
Mbaye scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Wednesday's 2-0 victory against Lens.
Analysis: Mbaye sealed Wednesday's 2-0 win at Lens in style, coming off the bench in the second half to finish a rapid counterattack in stoppage time, receiving Desire Doue's pass on the left side of the area after Lens had pushed bodies forward in search of an equalizer and smashing the ball in off the crossbar for his third Ligue 1 goal of the season. The Senegalese winger offers explosive pace and directness from wide areas and has been increasingly trusted in decisive moments off the bench throughout the campaign. Mbaye has now scored in each of his last two appearances, bringing his tally to three goals and two assists across 23 Ligue 1 appearances this season.
Scores opener
Mbaye scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Lorient.
Analysis: Mbaye opened the scoring in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Lorient, reacting quickest in the first half when Yvon Mvogo pushed Desire Doue's cross directly into his path, side-footing the rebound into the empty net to give his side an early lead before Lorient responded almost immediately. The young Senegalese winger remained a lively presence on the right flank throughout his time on the pitch, drawing fouls and combining in transition. Mbaye has now scored two Ligue 1 goals this season across 22 appearances, continuing to make a case for more regular minutes in a competitive rotation.
Makes solid impact off bench
Mbaye registered two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-0 win over Angers.
Analysis: Mbaye came on in the second half in Saturday's 3-0 win over Angers, replacing Bradley Barcola with his side already 3-0 up and a man down following Goncalo Ramos' red card, and immediately injected pace and directness down the right flank during the final stages. Mbaye has contributed two assists across his 21 Ligue 1 appearances this season, with his energetic cameos off the bench consistently providing his side with a reliable attacking option in the final phases of games, even if his playing time has decreased somewhat in recent months following the return of the regular starters from injury.
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