Ex-York, Salford and Leeds prop Justin Sangaré makes France move

FORMER York, Salford and Leeds prop Justin Sangaré has joined French Elite XIII side Pia.

Formerly named the Donkeys, Pia are placed fourth in the competition, having won both of their opening two games to begin the season, which runs from October to June.

Mali-born Sangaré came through the Toulouse Olympique ranks to debut in 2016 and went on to play 77 times for the French side, scoring 16 tries.

That form earned him a move to Leeds Rhinos where he registered two tries in 42 appearances over the 2023 and 2024 seasons before he moved to Salford Red Devils.

A further 24 appearances were made for Salford, with Sangaré being a key figure on the field as the club suffered off it.

When the Red Devils were liquidated, the 28-year-old moved to York where he made 13 appearances in 2026.