Bastian Badu (born 2 February 2000) is a French professional

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who plays as a

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Club career

On 25 October 2019, Badu signed his first professional contract with

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. He made his professional debut with Montpellier in a 0–0

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tie with Angers on 26 October 2019. On 2 January 2020, Badu joined

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club Chambly on loan for the rest of the season. The loan was renewed for the 2020–21 season. On 2 July 2021, Badu signed for

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. On 1 February 2022, he returned to Chambly on a deal until the end of the season.

International career

Born in France, Badu is of Congolese descent. He is a youth international for France.

References

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MHSC Profile
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