Motor Lublin officially announced that 25‑year‑old French winger Makan Aïko has joined the squad, signing a contract until June 2028 with an option to extend for another year. The move comes at a tough moment – the club sits 12th in the Ekstraklasa with 43 points and has lost its last two games (LDWLL).

Who is Makan Aïko and what has he done at previous clubs?

Aïko grew up at French side Le Mans FC, where he experienced both highs and lows in the first team. In the summer of 2024 he moved to Dutch Fortuna Sittard, playing 38 matches, scoring three goals and providing four assists. In spring 2026 he spent time at Portuguese CD Tondela, where he netted one goal and added two assists in 18 games, but the club failed to stay in the Primeira Liga. Experience across three leagues could help Motor in the points battle.

Why is this signing important for Motor Lublin?

After the 0‑4 defeat to Legia Warszawa (2026‑05‑23), the coaching staff searched for creativity on the flanks. Aïko, known for his pace and accurate crosses, can fill the void left by departing Bright Ede. His ability to play in a 4‑3‑3 system fits the coach’s emphasis on quick transitions and wing attacks. Moreover, a contract through 2028 gives the club stability, a rarity among summer deals.

What are Motor Lublin’s further transfer plans?

In July 2026 the club hinted at possible arrivals such as Bartosz Bereszyński from Palermo FC and Mihai Popa from CFR Cluj. On the other hand, Filip Luberecki is listed as a potential departure, while Bright Ede has already left for Deportivo La Coruna. The list of incoming and outgoing names shows Motor is not staying still – they are fighting for every point, currently 17 points behind leaders Lech Poznań.

What lies ahead for Aïko in his first matches?

The manager said the new player will get his chance in the upcoming match against Górnik Łęczna. If he can replicate his form from Fortuna Sittard, Motor could count on extra goals in situations where they have lacked firepower. It will be interesting to see how quickly he adapts to the tactics and whether he helps reverse the current slump (two consecutive losses).