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Youssouf Kone: Troyes sign Lyon defender on loan

The 26-year-old Mali left-back has found a new home in France but on a short-term deal

French outfit Troyes have sealed the signing of defender Youssouf Kone on loan from Lyon.

The Mali international has joined the French side after penning a one-year contract with no option to buy.

“Left-back Youssouf Kone (26) has been loaned to Troyes without a purchase option, from Olympique Lyonnais, for a period of one year (June 2022),” Troyes announced on their official website.

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“Born July 5, 1995, in Bamako (Mali), Kone trained there from an early age, playing as a left-back, the Malian defender is known for his physical impact, his ability to win duels, and his quality as a centre.