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Tough-tackling Kouassi adds “a little bit of grit, a little bit of bite” to Revs’ midfield

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CASA GRANDE, Ariz. – The New England Revolution’s “mystery” signing is a mystery no more.

It’s been two weeks since Revolution president Brian Bilello teased the move on Twitter, but on Monday morning fans were finally given a name as the club announced the acquisition of Xavier Kouassi.

The deal with Kouassi is a pre-contract, as the 26-year-old midfielder is currently captain of FC Sion and has a contract with the Swiss club that runs through June 30. At the conclusion of that contract, Kouassi will be eligible to join the Revs pending receipt of his P1-visa and International Transfer Certificate.