Born in
Kolda, Sambou can play in central defense, but also as a defensive midfielder. In 2006, he signed its first professional contract with his formative club,
Monaco. He played in the 2008–09 season for
Le Havre on loan from Monaco. On 11 June 2010, left
FC Nantes and signed a three-year contract with Greek side
Atromitos. On 8 July 2011, he joined
French Ligue 2 club
Troyes on a two-year contract, but was released in a one month. In January 2012 he signed a contract with
LB Châteauroux until June 2013. ==International career==