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NYCFC Signs Ivorian DP Benie Traore, 25-Goal Scorer

6/30/2026

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NYCFC signed 23-year-old Ivorian forward Bénie Traoré as a Designated Player on June 29, on a deal through the 2029/2030 season with an option for 2030/2031.
He posted 25 goals and 15 assists in 80 Basel games (2024-26) as the club secured the 2024/2025 Swiss Super League and Cup.
He has earned seven Ivory Coast caps and recorded two assists in 2024 AFCON qualifiers and 2026 friendlies.

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NYCFC signed 23-year-old Ivorian forward Bénie Traoré as a Designated Player on June 29, on a deal through the 2029/2030 season with an option for 2030/2031.
He posted 25 goals and 15 assists in 80 Basel games (2024-26) as the club secured the 2024/2025 Swiss Super League and Cup.
He has earned seven Ivory Coast caps and recorded two assists in 2024 AFCON qualifiers and 2026 friendlies.