Franck Kessie
29-Year-Old
Al-Ahli
Captain and midfield leader
Kessie has been named in Ivory Coast's World Cup squad and will captain the side throughout the competition as the most experienced player in the group.
ANALYSIS
Kessie ended the club season at Al Ahli in Saudi Arabia, contributing 12 goals and six assists in 42 appearances across all competition, bringing the elite experience of a player who has won Serie A, La Liga and the Africa Cup of Nations throughout an outstanding career. The veteran's physicality, leadership and ability to contribute in both directions from central midfield make him the undisputed heartbeat of manager Fae's system. Kessie heads into the World Cup as the leader and spiritual figurehead of a squad that will look to him for guidance and inspiration throughout the competition.
Kessie ended the club season at Al Ahli in Saudi Arabia, contributing 12 goals and six assists in 42 appearances across all competition, bringing the elite experience of a player who has won Serie A, La Liga and the Africa Cup of Nations throughout an outstanding career. The veteran's physicality, leadership and ability to contribute in both directions from central midfield make him the undisputed heartbeat of manager Fae's system. Kessie heads into the World Cup as the leader and spiritual figurehead of a squad that will look to him for guidance and inspiration throughout the competition.
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Transfers to Al-Ahli
Kessie has agreed to a transfer to Saudi Pro side Al-Ahli FC from Barcelona for 12.5 million Euros.
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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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Juventus showing interest
Juventus are interested in making a move for Kessie, according to Gazzetta dello Sport.
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Juventus manager Igor Tudor is keen on signing at least one more midfielder in the January transfer window, and Kessie is one of the team's top targets. However, it's unclear if Al-Ahli would be open to listening to offers for the Ivory Coast international. Kessie is keen on returning to Europe, and he already knows the Serie A following his stint at Milan a few years ago.
Juventus manager Igor Tudor is keen on signing at least one more midfielder in the January transfer window, and Kessie is one of the team's top targets. However, it's unclear if Al-Ahli would be open to listening to offers for the Ivory Coast international. Kessie is keen on returning to Europe, and he already knows the Serie A following his stint at Milan a few years ago.