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NYCFC Transfer for Moussa Sylla Falls Through Amid Dispute

2/4/2026

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New York City FC head coach Pascal Jansen said the transfer deal for Moussa Sylla from Schalke fell through.
The club is now seeking another player to replace injured Alonso Martínez.
Schalke sporting director Frank Baumann claimed contracts were signed and disputed NYCFC's assertion that Moussa Sylla failed a medical.
Baumann also asserted that Sylla is healthy and fit.

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New York City FC head coach Pascal Jansen said the transfer deal for Moussa Sylla from Schalke fell through.
The club is now seeking another player to replace injured Alonso Martínez.
Schalke sporting director Frank Baumann claimed contracts were signed and disputed NYCFC's assertion that Moussa Sylla failed a medical.
Baumann also asserted that Sylla is healthy and fit.