First active for FC Liefering
Red Bull Salzburg have signed a new up-and-coming striker. As the Austrian series champion announced, Karim Konaté is coming to Salzburg from his Ivorian homeland from ASEC Mimosas and has signed a contract until 2027. The 18-year-old, who has already played for the Ivory Coast senior national team, will initially play in the second division of FC Liefering .League be active.
“The reason I came here is because Salzburg is an ambitious club with big goals, just like me. I like the game philosophy too. My decision was very easy for me because I was convinced of the idea of football right from the start,” explained Konaté, adding: “The comparisons between Didier Drogba and me are really far-fetched. He’s had such an extraordinary career, both at club and national level. He is the icon of the country.”
OFFICIAL: Karim #Konate comes from @ASECMimosas to the Red Bulls and signs a contract until June 30, 2027.
Servus in Salzburg!— FC Red Bull Salzburg (@RedBullSalzburg) June 14, 2022
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