Why Bacary Sagna Chose Montreal

Despite receiving offers from England, Turkey and France, Bacary Sagna made the trek to North America to ply his trade for the Montreal Impact. Why was the former Arsenal right-back determined to play in a different continent in spite the enquiries he received closer to home. It was quite clear what his intentions were when he decided to play for Remi Garde’s side.

Bacary Sagna was also in contact with the Atlanta United, however, a deal that suited both parties failed to come to fruition.

I just want to enjoy football, I want to get to know a different continent, a different kind of football. I’m very pleased to be here and very excited.”There’s plenty of attachment within the Impact squad.…