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SportsWorld Cup winner Steven Nzonzi agrees to join Ligue 2 side Dunkerque
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French midfielder Steven Nzonzi, a 2018 World Cup winner with 20 international caps, has reached an agreement in principle with Ligue 2 club Dunkerque. The 37-year-old, who has been a free agent since leaving Stoke City in early July 2024, is set to return to France after five years. Nzonzi previously played in Ligue 2 with Amiens during the 2008-2009 season and later featured for Rennes in Ligue 1 between 2019 and 2021. Last season, he played 31 matches for Stoke City, including 30 in the Championship (17 starts) and one in the FA Cup. The contract duration has not yet been disclosed.
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In an unexpected turn of events, French midfielder Steven Nzonzi (37) has agreed to a contract with Dunkirk, though the duration of the deal has not yet been disclosed. The move represents a significant gamble for the former France international.
Nzonzi, who has 20 caps for France and was a member of the 2018 World Cup-winning squad, has been a free agent since leaving Stoke City in early July. He has now accepted the challenge of playing in Ligue 2.
Recent Performance in England
During his last season in England, Nzonzi made 31 appearances:
- 30 matches in the Championship (England's second division), with 17 starts
- 1 appearance in the FA Cup
Previous Experience in French Football
Nzonzi is no stranger to French football's second tier:
- Played in Ligue 2 during the 2008–2009 season with Amiens
- Later featured in Ligue 1 with Rennes between 2019 and 2021
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World Cup winner Steven Nzonzi agrees to join Ligue 2 club Dunkerque