Transfer: Ibrahima Ba's move to Strasbourg falls through after medical examination

Ibrahima Ba's dream of playing in Ligue 1 will have to wait a little longer. While his move to RC Strasbourg seemed a done deal, the Senegalese central defender will ultimately not be joining the Alsatian club during this summer transfer window.

According to information from "L'Équipe", the 21-year-old player's transfer has been cancelled following a problem detected during his medical examination this Friday in Alsace. This step was to be the final one before he signed a four-year contract with Racing.

This outcome is a real disappointment for the young 22-year-old Senegalese central defender, who already saw himself taking a new step in his career after his performances with Famalicão.

The deal was well advanced, with Portuguese media reporting an agreement between the two clubs for compensation estimated at 15 million euros, excluding bonuses.

This setback also represents a blow for Hugo Oliveira. The new Strasbourg coach was determined to bring back Ibrahima Ba, whom he had already managed in Portugal and whom he considered a priority to strengthen his defense.

Following the failed transfer, Ibrahima Ba will now return to Famalicão to continue his recovery and prepare for the rest of the season. The defender had missed his team's last three matches due to injury, a factor that could be related to the concerns raised during his medical examinations.

However, the future of the Senegalese player remains open.

Although this transfer to Strasbourg did not materialize, his qualities continue to attract the attention of several European clubs, suggesting that a new opportunity could soon arise.