Ebenezer Annan Joins AS Saint-Étienne on Long-Term Deal Until 2028
Ghanaian defender Ebenezer Annan has completed a move to French Ligue 1 side AS Saint-Étienne, signing a long-term contract that keeps him at the club until 2028. The 22-year-old arrives from Serbian champions Red Star Belgrade and will wear the number 19 shirt for Les Verts.
Annan’s football journey began along Ghana’s Atlantic coast before moving to Italy as a teenager. He developed through the Bologna FC youth academy, making his Serie A debut in January 2022 at just 19 years old after also appearing in the Coppa Italia.
Seeking consistent playing time, Annan joined Imolese on loan in Italy’s third tier, where he made 28 appearances during the 2022/23 season. He later moved to Serbia, impressing with 32 outings for FK Novi Pazar, which led to a permanent move in early 2024. His strong form, including 19 appearances in the first half of the season, caught the attention of Red Star Belgrade, who brought him in during the winter transfer window.
At Red Star, Annan made a further 19 appearances, playing a crucial role in helping the club secure both the Serbian SuperLiga title and the national cup. His consistent performances also earned him a call-up to the Ghana national team in 2024.
Speaking on his transfer, Annan said, “I am very happy to sign for AS Saint-Étienne. The club is building a good team, a great staff, and has enormous support from its fans. It is an honour to join this club. I will give my all in every match to help the team achieve its goals.”
ASSE head coach Eirik Horneland praised the new addition, stating, “Ebenezer is a powerful left-back who plays with a lot of volume. He has experience in pressure matches and international football. We can’t wait to start working with him.”
Annan’s arrival adds depth and dynamism to Saint-Étienne’s defense as the club continues its rebuild with the ambition of returning to the upper echelons of French football.
