Le Havre managed to stay in Ligue 1 thanks to the excellent work of the Mathieu Bodmer-Luka Elsner tandem and a clever mix of experience and youth. Among these revelations of the season on the HAC side, observers missed nothing of Étienne Kinkoue’s performances. If at the age of 22, the native of Lyon only has a total of 22 Ligue 1 matches with the oldest club, the number 6 of the HAC is nevertheless not a novice and has traveled quite a bit since the start of his career between the reserves of Inter Milan and that of Olympiakos. But it was Mathieu Bodmer who gave him his chance as a pro a little over a year ago.
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After a few appearances in Ligue 2, Kinkoue established himself in the Le Havre defense thanks to his impact, particularly in duels, his serenity, and his good recovery with both feet. So many qualities detected by Mathieu Bodmer and which pushed West Ham to put €6 million on the table on the last day of the transfer window to afford it. If the Norman club resisted this winter, it will be more difficult this summer. At the end of his contract in a year, Kinkoue is highly coveted. According to our information, OM, which is seeking to bring new blood into its squad, is following its performances with interest. To be continued.
Pub. THE 05/23/2024 4:10 p.m.
Update 05/23/2024 4:59 p.m.
