La Liga giants Barcelona on Monday, July 4, 2022 announced the signing of Ivory Coast midfielder Franck Kessie.
The 25-year-old Kessie joins Barcelona as a free agent after five years in the Italian Serie A with AC Milan.
Kessie played an integral role as AC Milan were crowned champions in Italy last season.
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Kessie signs for Barcelona
Kessie continues the Barcelona revolution under new boss and former player Xavi Hernandez.
The Ivory Coast midfielder follows the footsteps of his compatriot Yaya Toure with his move to Barcelona.
Kessie signed a four year contract that will keep him at the Camp Nou until June, 30 2026.
Along with the new contract was an inserted buy out clause of 500 million euros.
Kessie will be presented at the Camp Nou on Wednesday July, 6 as a Barcelona player with his new number.