Blackburn Rovers have signed Sierra Leone international Augustus Kargbo on a permanent deal until 2027. The 25-year-old forward joins from Cesena on a two-and-a-half-year contract, with details of the transfer fee undisclosed.
Kargbo, who is Rovers’ third signing of the January transfer window, started his professional career at Campobasso and later moved to Crotone in Serie B. After a successful loan at Reggiana, where he scored 11 goals and helped the team gain promotion, he made his Serie A debut with Crotone.
Kargbo scored three goals in 18 appearances for the Serie B side this season – all coming in the opening nine games of the season.
In August 2023, Kargbo joined Cesena and had a standout season, scoring nine goals in 31 appearances, helping the club win the Serie C title. He has also found the net for the Sierra Leone national team, with five goals in 21 caps.
The transfer is pending approval from football authorities, and he will be available for selection once international clearance and visa requirements are met.
Sierra Leone international @augustuskargbo becomes the third @Rovers January signing, joining from Italian side Cesena FC on a deal until June 2027.
— Alie Bittar (@bittar32) January 31, 2025
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