Senegalese defender Arouna Sangante is expected to join Sevilla FC at the end of the season, bringing his time at Le Havre AC to a close.
According to reports, the 23-year-old centre-back has agreed to a long-term deal with the Spanish side, with his contract set to run for five years.
The move will see Sangante take the next step in his career, as he transitions from Ligue 1 football in France to the demands of La Liga.
The transfer comes at a critical moment for both clubs. Sevilla are currently battling to avoid relegation, sitting just two points above the drop zone.
The Andalusian club is hoping that Sangante’s arrival will strengthen a defence that has struggled for consistency this season.
For Sangante, however, the immediate focus remains on finishing the campaign strongly with Le Havre.
The French club, where he has developed into a key figure and captain, are not yet mathematically safe from relegation.
They currently sit 14th in Ligue 1, five points clear of the relegation play-off position.
His leadership and defensive presence have been vital in keeping Le Havre competitive, and the club will rely on him heavily in the final stretch of the season.
Sangante’s expected departure is also a significant moment for Le Havre off the pitch. With his contract due to expire in June, the club is set to lose one of its most influential players without receiving a transfer fee.
That represents a major setback for a side still working to establish itself firmly in France’s top division.
Despite this, the move reflects the defender’s steady rise in European football.
Having come through the ranks at Le Havre, Sangante has built a reputation as a composed and reliable centre-back, earning attention from clubs beyond France.
His next destination, Sevilla, presents both an opportunity and a challenge.
The Spanish side, historically one of Europe’s competitive clubs, are enduring a difficult season and are in urgent need of defensive reinforcements.
Sangante is expected to bring fresh energy and stability to a backline under pressure.
