Stockport County's Adama Sidibeh Linked with Rangers Transfer
Stockport County's Adama Sidibeh, a 28-year-old Gambian international, is reportedly a transfer target for Rangers. The Hatters star has been in scintillating form this season, with the team currently sitting 3rd in League One, 77 points from 46 games, and a recent win over Bristol City (2-0) on July 17th.
What happened?
Adama Sidibeh's journey from Gambia to Scottish Premiership with St Johnstone is a fascinating one. Born in June 1998, Sidibeh started his footballing journey playing for local teams in his homeland, including Marimoo and Gambia Ports Authority. However, in 2022, he moved to England to reunite with his family and soon found a place to carry on playing the sport he loved with North West Counties League Division One North side AFC Blackpool.
Why it matters for Stockport County
Sidibeh's form in England's non-league system caught the attention of St Johnstone, who decided to take a chance on him in February 2024. He would become a big success at McDiarmid Park, scoring five in 15 Scottish Premiership games in 2023-24, before a modest three in 31 the following term. But he would net six times and provide four assists in 19 Scottish Championship outings in the first half of last season, which was enough to earn him a move to England's third tier with Stockport County.
What comes next?
Rangers are reportedly monitoring the situation of Stockport hitman Sidibeh, with Blackburn Rovers, Middlesbrough, and Bristol City also in the running. According to a report from Alan Nixon, Rangers are willing to pay around £1.5million for the Gambian international. Meanwhile, Bristol City have reportedly seen a bid knocked back for Leyton Orient forward Dominic Ballard, and thus could now turn to Sidibeh as an alternative option.
Stockport County's Recent Form
The Hatters have been in excellent form recently, with a 3-0 win over Bristol City on July 17th, followed by a 2-1 win over Wycombe Wanderers on July 20th. They are currently on a 3-game winning streak, with a recent form record of 3W-0D-2L (WLLWW).
Next Fixture
Stockport County's next fixture is against Preston North End at home on August 1st. The Hatters will be looking to continue their winning form and move up the League One table.
Stockport County's League Standing
The Hatters are currently sitting 3rd in League One, 77 points from 46 games, with a recent form record of 3W-0D-2L (WLLWW). They are 26 points behind leaders Lincoln and are looking to close the gap in the coming weeks.
Goals this Season
Stockport County have scored 71 goals this season, with 58 conceded, resulting in a +13 goal difference.
Recent Form (Last 5)
Stockport County's recent form record is 3W-0D-2L (WLLWW), with their last 5 games being: W (2-0 vs Bristol City), W (2-1 vs Wycombe Wanderers), L (0-1 vs Oxford United), W (2-0 vs Peterborough United), and L (0-1 vs Charlton Athletic).
