Sol Sidibe

Souleymane Lamine Sidibe (born 10 February 2007) is an English professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for club Stoke City.

Club career
Sidibe progressed through the Stoke City Academy and agreed a professional contract in July 2023, active from his 17th birthday. He made his professional debut on 5 August 2023 against Rotherham United at the age of 16. Three days later, Sidibe made his first start for the Potters in a 2–1 victory over West Bromwich Albion in the first round of the EFL Cup. He signed a three-year professional contract with Stoke in July 2024.

International career
Born in France, Sidibe is of Malian descent. He was called up to the England U15s in September 2021. On 6 September 2023, Sidibie made his England U17 debut during a 3–2 defeat to Portugal at the Pinatar Arena. In May 2024, he was called up for England U18s and made his debut during a 4–2 win over Northern Ireland at St. George's Park.

Personal life
Sidibe is the son of the Malian international footballer Mamady Sidibé.