Plymouth Argyle Midfielder Michael Baidoo Joins Umm Salal on Loan

Michael Baidoo, the Ghanaian midfielder, has joined Umm Salal SC of the Qatar Stars League on a season-long loan from Plymouth Argyle following Argyle's relegation to League One. Baidoo, 26, signed for Plymouth in January 2025 from Swedish club Elfsborg, where he had been a key player and featured in the Europa League, but he struggled to secure a regular starting position at Plymouth, making 13 appearances last season. Umm Salal officially announced Baidoo's signing, which marks a significant addition as the club aims to strengthen its squad after narrowly avoiding relegation last season and undergoing a rebuilding phase. Although some reports mentioned a three-year contract, the most consistent information confirms the deal as a loan for the 2025-26 season. Baidoo's move to Qatar represents a new chapter in his career, adding to the growing presence of Ghanaian players in the Gulf region. Plymouth and Umm Salal resolved the paperwork after an initial premature announcement by the Qatari club, and both clubs have wished Baidoo well for the upcoming season.