Arthur Zagré, a talented left-back who developed through the Paris Saint-Germain academy and represented France at youth levels, has made the significant decision to switch his sporting allegiance to Burkina Faso.
The 24-year-old, a former French youth international with 23 caps and 2 goals across the U18 and U19 categories, is set to embrace a new chapter in his international career. This versatile left-back, who honed his skills at Paris Saint-Germain, currently plays for Excelsior Rotterdam, where he has contributed 3 goals and 2 assists in the Eredivisie this season. He has chosen to don the colours of Burkina Faso, the nation of his heritage, according to reports from sources close to the Burkinabè national team.
Under the guidance of coach Amir Abdou, who took the helm in March, the Stallions are expected to welcome this new addition as early as the June friendly matches, where they are scheduled to face Belarus and Russia.
Making his ligue 1 debut under tuchel
Currently in his third season in the Netherlands with Excelsior Rotterdam, Arthur Zagré demonstrates versatility, capable of operating higher up the flank or even in a defensive midfield role. Hailing from Neuilly-sur-Seine in the Paris region, he climbed through the ranks before making his Ligue 1 debut during the third matchday of the 2019-2020 season. His subsequent move to AS Monaco came as a surprise to many.
Following loan spells at Dijon, Utrecht, and eventually Excelsior Rotterdam, this left-footed player, known for his powerful strike, found stability in the port city. With his contract with the Roodzwarten expiring this June, the diminutive 1m68 talent is widely expected to seek a new club this summer. Before that, however, he is poised to make his eagerly anticipated debut for his new national team.