Kamaldeen had the option to choose between Southampton, Everton and Bundesliga side RB Leipzig but opted for the Saints, a decision influenced by Mohamed Salisu.
“Before coming, obviously in the national team we talk about the English Premier League, we talk about everything but before coming here, he had nothing to do with the decision.”
“I made my decision and then when I got here he showed me around. He’s a good guy and he’s helping me here,” Kamaldeen Sulemana said.
20-year-old Kamaldeen Suleimana completed a €25 million move from Stade Rennes to Southampton on transfer deadline day on Tuesday, February 31, 2023.
Speaking on the arrival of the new player, Southampton manager Nathan Jones said there is no doubt that the player will make an immediate impact to help the team.
“It’s another positive addition for us this month. We’re obviously keen to add a bit more energy to the side and Kamaldeen will do that for us.
“He is at a stage in his career where we feel he can help us in the immediate term, but also to continue to grow and develop in the future,” said the Southampton manager.
To announce the signing, Southampton said in an official statement, “Southampton Football Club is delighted to announce the signing of forward Kamaldeen Suleimana from Rennes, subject to work permit and international clearance.”
Suleimana enjoyed a brilliant campaign in Ligue 1 last season after joining Rennes from Danish side FC Nordsjælland.