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Sassuolo Signs Ismaël Koné on Loan from Marseille

7/29/2025

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U.S. Sassuolo Calcio has secured midfielder Ismaël Koné on loan from Olympique Marseille, with an option to buy. Hailing from Abidjan, Ivory Coast, Koné moved to Montreal at just seven years old. Since his 2021 debut with CF Montreal, he has showcased his talent at Watford and Marseille, proudly representing Canada on the international stage, including the 2022 World Cup.

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U.S. Sassuolo Calcio has secured midfielder Ismaël Koné on loan from Olympique Marseille, with an option to buy. Hailing from Abidjan, Ivory Coast, Koné moved to Montreal at just seven years old. Since his 2021 debut with CF Montreal, he has showcased his talent at Watford and Marseille, proudly representing Canada on the international stage, including the 2022 World Cup.