Fodé Sylla (footballer)

About

Fodé Sanassy Sylla (born 16 April 2006) is a French professional football player who plays as a defensive midfielder for Swiss Super League club Sion.

Sylla is a product of the youth academies of Roubaix Omnisports and Lens. On 14 June 2023, he signed his first professional contract with Lens until 2026. He joined Yverdon Sport FC on loan in the Swiss Super League for the 2024–25 season to gain experience. Returning to Lens after his loan, he extended his contract with the club on 13 August 2025 until 2028.
On 30 June 2026, Sylla returned to Switzerland and signed a five-year contract with Sion.

Born in France, Sylla is of Guinean descent. He played for the France U17s at the 2023 UEFA European Under-17 Championship and 2023 FIFA U-17 World Cup.

As of match played 8 May 2026

Fodé Sylla at Soccerway
Fodé Sylla at the French Football Federation (in French)
Fodé Sylla at BDFutbol