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Kessie Returns to Atalanta: A Free Transfer Masterstroke
30 Aug
Summary
- Franck Kessie returns to Atalanta on a free transfer after contract expiration.
- The midfielder previously played for Atalanta nine seasons ago, scoring seven goals.
- Kessie brings experience from Milan, Barcelona, and Saudi club Al-Ahli.

Veteran Ivory Coast midfielder Franck Kessie has made a remarkable free transfer return to Atalanta, the club where his European career began.
Kessie arrives after his contract with Saudi Arabian side Al-Ahli expired. His previous stint at Atalanta saw him play 31 matches, contributing seven goals and four assists.
He later enjoyed considerable success at AC Milan, winning the Serie A title in the 2021-2022 season, before a move to Barcelona and then Al-Ahli.
During his recent campaign in Saudi Arabia, the 29-year-old impressed, netting 12 goals and providing six assists in 42 appearances across all competitions.