OFFICIAL : PSG sign Thiniba Samoura
By Hidayah Ali
Paris Saint-Germain have announced the official arrival of French youngster Thiniba Samoura from Paris FC.
After the news of Estelle Cascarino's exit from the club, PSG informed fans of their latest recruit, 19-year-old Samoura, who has signed a deal until the summer of 2026.
Thiniba Samoura arrives from the fellow capital club Paris FC, where she was a member of the first team since 2021, and made an overall total of 10 appearances (9D1Arkema, 1CoupeDeFrance). During the 22/23 season, Samoura collected 85 minutes of playing time.
The defender was a featured player of the French U19s squad for the Euros and was selected for the best XI of the tournament.
Thiniba Samoura on her PSG arrival
The PSG official website sat down with Samoura as she spoke about her arrival at club.
"I've always dreamed of playing for a big club like Paris Saint-Germain, and now it's finally coming true! I will be able to progress alongside great players, and gain a lot of experience."
Samoura's previous acquaintances with current PSG players was also mentioned, "I've spent a lot of time with Elimbi-Gilbert and Rossi. I've also played alongside Laurina Fazer, Magnaba Floquet, and Le Guilly."
The player was then asked to describe herself as a player, to which she replied by saying, "I think I'm a strong player, who can maintain a lot of effort. Off the pitch I'm quite shy and reserved, but I always keep a smile on my face"
To finish the interview Samoura had a message for the fans, which was " I can't wait to meet them (fans). I look forward to seeing them (fans) when I'm on the pitch!"
We wish Thiniba Samoura the best of luck with her journey at PSG for the years to come!