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OGC Nice formalizes the signing of two new young recruits, Moroccan right-back Hamza Koutoune (18 years old) and Franco-American central defender Ethan Degny (16 years old).
Moroccan u20 international, Hamza Koutoune arrives at OGC Nice from the prestigious Mohammed VI Academy. “Like what was done earlier in the season with Cameroonian striker Bernard Nguene who signed in September, plays as a youth player and who was on the professional scoresheet last week against Rennes, Hamza is in post-training in Nice »indicates Florian Maurice.
Right side or right piston depending on the system, the native of Casablanca (18 years old) is also an offensive weapon, with appreciated centering quality.
He joins the Elite group, just like Ethan Degny. The Franco-American (he has dual nationality), born in Atlanta, is a central defender. “He’s a young player, he’s only 16, but he already shows a lot of personality and maturity”underlines the sporting director of the Aiglons. At six feet tall, he also has an athletic physique. “He already has a fairly complete profile, with speed, intelligence and a great ability to learn”continues Florian Maurice.
Both testify to their ” pride “ to join OGC Nice. “I had the opportunity to do a trial in September and I really appreciated the structures and management of the club. Signing today is a great satisfaction for me, and a great motivation”comments Ethan Degny. “I could see that the club was not afraid to trust young people who deserved it. Including at the highest level. The Mohammed VI Academy allowed me to have excellent training and I am very happy to join OGC Nice, where I arrive with a great thirst to continue learning”completed by Hamza Koutoune.
“Sportingly, Hamza and Ethan present attractive profiles, while having both a lot of simplicity and determination in their approach. They will learn their skills with the Elite group led by Julien (Sablé) and gradually flourish with us. We welcome them”concludes President Jean-Pierre Rivère.
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