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Wolves Snatch Comoros Star Rafiki Said
11 Jul
Summary
- Rafiki Said joins Wolves on a three-year contract.
- The winger scored eight goals in Belgium last season.
- He is coach Cesar Peixoto's first signing for the club.
Wolves have officially signed left winger Rafiki Said from Belgian side Standard Liege. The deal is for three years, with an option for a further 12 months, and was completed for an undisclosed fee. This signing represents the first acquisition by new head coach Cesar Peixoto.
Said, a 26-year-old Comoros international, joins as the third new recruit for the Wanderers this transfer window. In his single season in the Belgian top flight, he registered eight goals and five assists across 37 appearances. He previously played for French clubs Brest, Nimes, and Troyes.
Internationally, Said has scored eight goals in 21 appearances for Comoros and played every minute of their Africa Cup of Nations campaign last December. Head coach Cesar Peixoto described Said as a fast, strong, and athletic player with excellent one-on-one ability, emphasizing his quality and mentality to help the team improve and win games.
