Cheikh Sabaly
• Vancouver Whitecaps
Cheikh Sabaly is a winger for Vancouver Whitecaps and part of Senegal's attacking group ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026. His profile blends direct dribbling, wide running, and a growing ability to finish chances from advanced areas.
That matters because Senegal's attack benefits from players who can stretch the field and attack defenders one-versus-one. Sabaly now offers that from a stronger club platform than before.
Player Details
Cheikh Tidiane Sabaly
4 March 1999
Kolda, Senegal
27
1.68 m (5 ft 6 in)
Professional monitoring
Senegal
Left winger
Centre-forward, right winger
Right
Vancouver Whitecaps
7
June 2029
EUR 3.5M
Terms under review
Financial analysis pending
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cheikh Sabaly's age and nationality?
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Cheikh Sabaly was born on 4 March 1999 and is 27 years old. He is Senegalese and has become part of the senior national-team group in the current World Cup phase.
Which club does Cheikh Sabaly play for?
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Sabaly plays for Vancouver Whitecaps in Major League Soccer. He joined in February 2026 on a contract through June 2029, with a club option beyond that term.
What position does Cheikh Sabaly play?
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He mainly plays as a left winger. He can also work as a centre-forward or on the right because of his direct running and finishing instincts.
What is Cheikh Sabaly's transfer value?
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His current estimated transfer value is EUR 3.5M. Recent public market references have also placed him around the EUR 4.0M peak range after his move to Vancouver.
What is Cheikh Sabaly's salary?
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Whitecaps contract details are visible in public databases, but the weekly wage figure is not openly readable in the checked sources. Subject to confirmation.
Has Cheikh Sabaly won any trophies?
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Yes. Sabaly was part of Senegal's AFCON 2025-winning squad and also won the Senegal FA Cup with Generation Foot in 2018.
Is Cheikh Sabaly in Senegal's World Cup 2026 squad?
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Sabaly is part of Senegal's wider World Cup 2026 attacking picture. His recent club form and international goal against England keep him relevant in the final attacking conversation.
Why did Sabaly's move to Vancouver get so much attention?
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The Whitecaps signed an AFCON winner who had just posted 19 goal contributions in Metz's promotion campaign. That made him one of the more interesting MLS arrivals of the window.
What was Sabaly's biggest recent Senegal moment?
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He scored his first senior international goal in the 3-1 win over England on 10 June 2025. That result and his goal gave him a far higher profile in the national-team setup.