Burnley and Ipswich Target Senegal’s El Hadji Cissé

Senegal U17 defender El Hadji Malick Cissé has caught the attention of Burnley and Ipswich Town after a string of impressive performances for Be Sport Académie.

Cissé, one of Senegal’s most promising young defenders, has shown exceptional maturity and awareness on the pitch.

Coaches admire his ability to play both as a centre-back and a defensive midfielder with confidence and precision.

The 17-year-old defender, trained at Be Sport Académie, recently had trials with Burnley and Ipswich Town.

Both clubs reportedly expressed strong interest in signing him after being impressed by his defensive strength, composure, and tactical discipline during the sessions.

Cissé previously completed a short training spell with FC Barcelona, which helped him refine his technical ability and understand the European style of play.

That experience has made him more composed in possession and stronger in one-on-one duels.

Now training with Senegal’s U17 national team, Cissé is preparing for the upcoming U17 World Cup.

He hopes to use the global stage to prove his talent and secure a move abroad.

His performances at the tournament could increase his market value and position him as one of Africa’s brightest defensive prospects.

Scouts see Cissé as a player with significant potential, capable of developing into a top-level defender in the coming years.

Both Burnley and Ipswich are expected to continue monitoring his progress closely.