Ibrahim Mbaye

About

French Senegalese professional soccer player known for playing for the French national team at the youth level and the Senegalese national team after he turned pro. He is also known for having played for Paris Saint-Germain academy.

Before fame

He began playing organized soccer in 2013 with ES Guyancourt. He moved to Versailles in 2015 where his technical ability and speed set him apart from other youth players. He joined the Paris Saint-Germain academy in 2018. He began representing France at youth level in 2024 playing with France's U17, U18, U19, and U20 teams during 2024 and 2025 before his switch to Senegal. He officially started playing for the Senegal senior national team in 2025 and made his senior debut for Senegal in November 2025.

Trivia

He became the youngest player to start an official match in Paris Saint-Germain history in August 2024. He was named the best player of the Montaigu Tournament in 2024 while representing France's U16 team. He became the youngest Senegalese player to score at the Africa Cup of Nations during the 2026 tournament.

Family life

He was born and raised in Trappes, France.

Associated with

He has played alongside fellow Paris Saint-Germain academy youth standout Senny Mayulu. He scored his first senior goal with an assist from Marco Asensio.