Sahabo targeted by Atalanta and Bologna talent scouts

Originally posted on Football Italia | By Susy Campanale | Last updated Nov 19, 2025 11:41 AM ET

Atalanta and Bologna have reportedly sent scouts to watch Standard Liege talent Hakim Sahabo with an eye towards an offer in 2026.

According to Tuttomercatoweb, both Serie A sides have been keeping a close watch on the player who turned 20 in June, sending their representatives to the stands on several occasions in recent weeks.

Although born and raised in Belgium, he has chosen to represent Rwanda at international level, already amassing nine senior caps for the country of his mother.

Sahabo on Serie A radar

BOLOGNA, ITALY – MAY 24: Bologna fans show their support from the stands prior to the Serie A match between Bologna and Genoa at Stadio Renato Dall’Ara on May 24, 2025 in Bologna, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

Coming up through the Standard Liege youth academy, there were experiences at LOSC and Beerschot VA before returning to base this summer.

So far this season, Sahabo has made 15 competitive appearances for Standard Liege, playing in central midfield.

Tuttomercatoweb evaluate his price-tag to currently be around €6-7m.

There had also been interest from Eintracht Frankfurt and TSG Hoffenheim in the Bundesliga, as well as Leicester City in England, according to L’Avenir Sport.

This article first appeared on Football Italia and was syndicated with permission.

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