BOLOGNA — Bologna have officially announced the signing of Samuel Mbangula from Werder Bremen in a deal worth a total of €14m. The agreement sees the Congolese forward arrive on loan for €2m, with a €12m obligation to buy at the end of the season.
⚽ Serie A Return
Mbangula is no stranger to Italian football, having previously featured in Serie A earlier in his career. His return marks a significant boost for Bologna, who are looking to add attacking depth ahead of a demanding campaign.
“I’m excited to be back in Italy. Bologna is a club with ambition, and I want to contribute immediately,” Mbangula said in his unveiling.
🔵 Werder Bremen’s Perspective
The Bundesliga side agreed to the deal after Mbangula expressed his desire for a new challenge. Bremen will benefit financially, while Bologna gains a versatile forward capable of playing across the front line.
🔴 Bologna’s Ambition
Bologna coach Thiago Motta has been vocal about strengthening the squad, and Mbangula’s arrival fits the club’s strategy of mixing experienced internationals with emerging talents.
Mbangula’s pace, dribbling, and ability to link play are expected to complement Bologna’s attacking system, especially alongside Riccardo Orsolini and Joshua Zirkzee.
📊 Deal Structure
- Loan fee: €2m
- Obligation to buy: €12m
- Total package: €14m
- Contract length: Four years (until 2030)
🔮 What It Means for Bologna
The signing underlines Bologna’s intent to compete for European qualification. Mbangula’s Serie A experience and Bundesliga pedigree could prove decisive in tight matches.
Fans have welcomed the move, seeing it as a statement of ambition from the club’s management.
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