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Lecce complete swoop for Swedish attacker Amar Fatah from Estac Troyes
The 21-year-old forward, who spent last season on loan at Dundee United, joins the Serie A side on a permanent transfer.
Lecce have moved to bolster their attacking options, securing the signature of Swedish forward Amar Fatah from Estac Troyes in a deal confirmed on 23 August 2026. The 21-year-old arrives in Italy with a point to prove, having spent the latter half of last season on loan in Scottish football with Dundee United, where he made a tangible impact in the Premiership. Fatah, who wears the number 17 jersey, signs as a permanent transfer — the fee undisclosed — adding pace and physicality to Lecce’s front line.
At a glance
- Age & Position: 21-year-old Attacker (born 19 Feb 2004)
- Deal details: Permanent transfer, 23 Aug 2026, fee undisclosed
- Clubs: Moved from Estac Troyes (France) to Lecce (Italy)
Career context
Fatah’s journey has been a circuitous one, marked by loans and developmental spells across several European leagues. He began his senior career in Sweden, featuring for AIK Stockholm before making the move to Belgium with Lommel United in July 2024. Later that same year, he headed out on loan to Lommel, where he began to find his feet in competitive football.
In January 2025, Fatah returned to Estac Troyes, but his breakthrough came when he was loaned to Dundee United in July 2025. That spell proved pivotal — he featured in 30 Scottish Premiership matches, scoring eight goals and providing three assists across 1,863 minutes. His performances earned him a return to Troyes in May 2026, before the club ultimately agreed to his sale to Lecce.
Along the way, Fatah has also represented Sweden at the U21 level, featuring in UEFA U21 Championship qualification matches, and collecting two runners-up medals in the Allsvenskan during his early years.
How he fits at his new club
Lecce, competing in Italy’s top flight, will likely deploy Fatah as an Attacker, a role that aligns with his API-Football listed position. His physical profile — standing at 180cm and weighing 73kg — suggests a player built for hold-up play and link-up action. His attributes reflect a well-rounded forward: an attack rating of 75 and a technique score of 81, paired with a notable duels rating of 72.
Apps
Goals
Assists
Minutes
Rating
During his loan spell in Scotland, Fatah won 129 of 307 duels, underscoring his willingness and ability to engage physically. His pass accuracy of 66% and 26 key passes indicate a player comfortable inBuild-up play, not just as a finisher. Given Lecce’s need for a forward who can contribute across the final third, Fatah’s blend of creativity and work rate positions him as a viable option in a multi-pronged attack.
Recent numbers
Last season, Fatah’s loan spell at Dundee United provided the clearest picture of his potential. Across all competitions, he made 35 appearances, starting 23 and coming off the bench 12 times. His 2,016 minutes on the pitch were productive: eight goals, three assists, and a 6.75 overall rating.
In the Scottish Premiership specifically, he played 30 matches, scoring eight goals and assisting three, with a slightly higher rating of 6.79. He took 46 shots, 26 of which were on target, and successfully converted three of his seven penalty attempts.
His work rate is evident in his defensive contributions as well — 35 tackles, 35 fouls committed, and 29 fouls drawn. He also completed 80 dribbles (40 successful), showcasing his ability to carry the ball forward and create chances from wide areas or central positions.
For Sweden’s U21 side, he added two more appearances in European qualification, though without finding the net. His brief stint in the Scottish League Cup yielded three appearances and 19 minutes, with a rating of 6.30.
Key takeaways
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Age | 21 years old |
| Position | Attacker |
| 2025 Season Apps | 35 |
| 2025 Season Goals | 8 |
| 2025 Season Assists | 3 |
| Minutes Played (2025) | 2,016 |
| Overall Rating (2025) | 6.75 |
Fatah represents a calculated gamble for Lecce — a player with proven goal threat in a competitive European league, backed by strong underlying numbers. His loan experience in Scotland and exposure to high-level competition suggest he’s ready for a step up to Serie A.
His profile — technically gifted, physically engaged, and statistically consistent — offers Lecce a versatile attacking option capable of contributing across multiple facets of the game.