Wilfried Singo

Wilfried Stephane Singo (born 25 December 2000) is an Ivorian professional footballer who plays as a defender for Süper Lig club Galatasaray and the Ivory Coast national team.

Club career

Early career A youth product of Denguélé, Singo joined Torino in the summer of 2019 where he was assigned to the under-19 squad coached by Federico Coppitelli. Initially deployed as a centre back, he was progressively shifted to the right full-back position over the course of the season.

Torino On 1 August 2019, Singo made his senior debut with Torino under Walter Mazzarri in a 4–1 UEFA Europa League win over Debreceni. He made his Serie A debut with the club on 27 June 2020, in a 4–2 away loss against Cagliari. In his first start for the club, he scored his first senior goal in the penultimate round of the season at home against Roma.

Monaco On 17 August 2023, Singo officially joined Ligue 1 side Monaco for an undisclosed fee, signing a five-year contract with the Monégasque club. On 22 October 2024, he recorded his first Champions League goal and assist in a 5–1 victory over Red Star Belgrade.

Galatasaray On 28 August 2025, Singo joined Süper Lig club Galatasaray on a five-year contract, for a reported fee of €30.8 million.

International career Singo represented the Ivory Coast U20s for 2019 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations qualification matches in 2018. He debuted for the Ivory Coast senior national team in a friendly 2–1 win over Burkina Faso on 5 June 2021.

Singo was a member of the Ivory Coast's squad for the 2020 Summer Olympics, making four appearances as the nation reached the quarter-finals of the Men's football tournament.

In December 2023, Singo was named in the Ivory Coast's squad for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations and ended up winning the tournament.

On May 15, 2026, Singo was integrated by Ivory Coast coach Emerse Faé in his list of 26 players in order to participate in the 2026 World Cup.

Style of play Singo primarily plays as a central defender, having previously played as a right-sided wing-back or full-back. He possesses notable pace and strength as well as good individual technique.

Career statistics Club

International

Ivory Coast score listed first, score column indicates score after each Singo goal.

Ivory Coast Africa Cup of Nations: 2023

Individual The Athletic Ligue 1 Team of the Season: 2023–24