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The new African signings in the PL

Habib Diarra/@Strasbourg

Several African players are set to experience the Premier League for the first time as the new 2025-2026 season kicks off.

The opening matchday of England’s flagship competition will feature a blockbuster showdown between Manchester United and Arsenal, scheduled for Sunday, August 17.

Here are four players who will be making their debut in the Premier League this season.

Habib Diarra

The Senegalese defensive midfielder has signed for Sunderland from Strasbourg for a hefty fee of €31.50 million.

El Hadji Malick Diouf

The Senegalese left midfielder has joined West Ham United from Slavia Prague for a fee of €22.00 million.

Chemsdine Talbi

The Moroccan wonderkid has moved to Sunderland for €20.00 million after starring last season for Club Brugge.

Noah Sadiki

The Congolese midfielder has also signed with Sunderland, arriving from Union SG for €17.00 million.