North Texas SC has announced the loan signing of wide left player Abdoul Zanne from ASEC Mimosas for the 2024 MLS NEXT Pro season. North Texas has a buy option on Zanne following the 2024 season.
The 20-year-old Zanne has spent the last two seasons with USL Championship side Loudoun United FC. Over the two seasons, Zanne played in 54 games with 2 goals and 4 assists as a left back.
“Abdoul is an exciting attacking left sided player that adds a real vertical threat for us,” said North Texas SC Head Coach John Gall. “He has the mentality that we are looking for and is going to be a valuable piece to our puzzle. The speedy winger brings experience that will certainly benefit the group.”
Louson being a feeder for D.C. United, Zanne made his MLS debut for DC on July 14, 2022, playing three minutes as a substitute against Minnesota United. He also featured in an International Friendly for D.C. United against Bundesliga giants, FC Bayern Munich on July 20, 2022.
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Name: Abdoul Zanne
Pronunciation: ahb-dool zah-NEY
Connect with Zanne: Instagram
Position: Midfielder
Date of Birth: February 18, 2003 (20)
Birthplace: Abidjan, Ivory Coast
Nationality: Ivorian
Height: 5’5”
Weight: 150 lbs.
Last Club: Loaned out to Loudoun United FC from ASEC Mimosas
Transaction: North Texas SC signs midfielder Abdoul on loan from ASEC Mimosas for the 2024 MLS NEXT Pro season.