Franck Kessie
28-Year-Old
Al-Ahli
Transfers to Al-Ahli
Kessie has agreed to a transfer to Saudi Pro side Al-Ahli FC from Barcelona for 12.5 million Euros.
ANALYSIS
Kessie played just a season with Barcelona, where he failed to establish himself in the starting XI, making just seven league starts in 28 appearances, totaling a goal and an assist in that span. The 26-year-old will head to the Saudi Pro League, where he is expected to make a quick transition into the lineup.
Kessie played just a season with Barcelona, where he failed to establish himself in the starting XI, making just seven league starts in 28 appearances, totaling a goal and an assist in that span. The 26-year-old will head to the Saudi Pro League, where he is expected to make a quick transition into the lineup.
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Takes three shots in season finale
Kessie took three shots (one on target) and won one of one tackles in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Celta Vigo. He also made a clearance and an interception in the match.
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Scores goal against Real Madrid
Kessie subbed into Sunday's El Clasico match in the 77th minute, scoring a goal and creating a chance in the 2-1 victory.
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Records assist in win
Kessie created two chances and assisted a goal in Sunday's 3-0 victory against Sevilla. He also made an interception and won one of two tackles in the match.
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Returns to full fitness
Kessie (thigh) returned to full fitness for Saturday's clash with Espanyol, Barcelona announced.
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Likely out six weeks
Kessie is expected to miss six weeks with a torn muscle in his thigh, according to Javi Miguel of AS. Official confirmation is still needed.
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Magpies could move for him
Kessie could be one of the midfielders Newcastle might target to replace Sandro Tonali due to his 10-month suspension, according to Eurosport.
ANALYSIS
Newcastle are owned by the Public Investment Fund, Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund, an entity that also owns some of the biggest clubs in the Saudi Pro League. Therefore, Newcastle could negotiate directly to sign a player from those on loan until the end of the season to cover the void left by the Italy international. Kessie would add another physical presence in midfield, but he's more defensive-minded than Tonali, and that could lead to some unwanted tactical changes.
Newcastle are owned by the Public Investment Fund, Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund, an entity that also owns some of the biggest clubs in the Saudi Pro League. Therefore, Newcastle could negotiate directly to sign a player from those on loan until the end of the season to cover the void left by the Italy international. Kessie would add another physical presence in midfield, but he's more defensive-minded than Tonali, and that could lead to some unwanted tactical changes.