After honing his skills at Paris Saint-Germain and representing France’s youth teams, 24-year-old left-back Arthur Zagré has made a bold career move by switching his international allegiance to Burkina Faso.

With a rich footballing background—including 23 caps and two goals for France’s U18 and U19 squads—the versatile defender has decided to don the Étalons jersey, aligning with his ancestral roots. According to trusted sources close to the Burkina Faso national team, Zagré’s switch is now official, marking a new chapter in his professional journey.

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Currently plying his trade at Excelsior Rotterdam in the Eredivisie, where he has contributed three goals and two assists this season, Zagré brings technical prowess and tactical flexibility to the pitch. Capable of excelling as an inverted full-back or even in a defensive midfield role, his adaptability makes him a valuable asset.

His footballing odyssey began in earnest with Paris Saint-Germain, where he made his Ligue 1 debut during the 2019-2020 season under coach Thomas Tuchel. Following his breakthrough, Zagré joined AS Monaco before embarking on loan spells at Dijon, Utrecht, and eventually settling at Excelsior Rotterdam. Now nearing the end of his contract, the 1m68 left-footed dynamo is set to explore fresh opportunities—starting with international duty for Burkina Faso.

The Étalons, currently under the guidance of head coach Amir Abdou since March, are poised to integrate Zagré into their squad for the upcoming international friendlies in June. These matches, against Belarus and Russia, present the perfect stage for the Paris-born talent to showcase his skills on the global stage.