Official: Parma Signs Bilal Touré from Atalanta

Parma has announced today, Friday, the signing of Malian forward Bilel Toure from Atalanta on loan until June 30, 2027, as part of their efforts to strengthen the squad ahead of the new season.

Toure is 25 years old, born in Agboville, Ivory Coast, and holds Malian nationality. He began his football career in academies in Ivory Coast and Mali before moving to Europe, where he had his first professional experience with Stade de Reims in France.

In 2022, the Malian forward transferred to Almería in Spain, where he delivered impressive performances in La Liga, attracting the attention of Atalanta, who signed him in the summer of 2023. During his season with the Italian club, he clinched the UEFA Europa League title for the 2023-2024 season.

Toure then had further international trials with German side Stuttgart and Turkish club Besiktas, before returning to Serie A through Parma.

The Malian forward is distinguished by his speed, physical strength, and ability to play in multiple attacking positions, along with his notable movements behind defenders and his capacity to operate across the front line, making him a new offensive addition for Parma.