Moussa Sissoko's current transfer value is between 3.5M and 5.8M. BA1 1UA. The 30-year-old is . Meanwhile, good players can pick up huge pay packets at not-so-huge clubs. As a writer, editor and tragic statto, he still contributes regularly toFFTin print and online, though as a match-going #WalesAway fan, he left a small chunk of his brain on one of many bus journeys across France in 2016. Several of their players, Leicesters Riyad Mahrez and Tottenhams Hugo Lloris among them, have stayed loyal to a club in spite of interest from bigger ones. [citation needed] To quash the rumours, Sadran announced that Sissoko would not leave the club for anything less than 30 million. Nobody knows that more than Volker Struth. In other news, 'It's a gift': Kieron Dyer explains the brilliance of Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe, Your Clubs Player Who Newcastle WILL SIGN. [79] Sissoko's only other appearance with the team came in the return leg against Turkey that was played in zmir two days later. ROGONs Bundesliga stable isnt all Brazilian, however. [24][25] On 1 October 2009, Sissoko scored his first career European goal in a UEFA Europa League group stage match against Belgian club Brugge. Consultez la fiche de Moussa Sissoko agent de footballeurs professionnels sur Footmercato.net : ses joueurs, clubs et agences. "That's not allowed. The man behind the biggest transfers in the Bundesliga Agency: SportsTotal Net Worth: $34.26 M Contract Value Under Management: $342.6 M Notable players: Toni Kroos, Marco Reus, Benedikt Hwedes,. Barcelona want to bring in Alvaro Morata from Juventus and Nicolas Tagliafico from Ajax before the window closes next Monday to add to the already-captured signings of Dani Alves and Ferran Torres. "If Barcelona wanted to negotiate, they could have come to the table with us to talk. [10] He is good with both of his feet. Despite their name, Europe Sports Group are in fact big in Brazil. [7] He was subsequently promoted to the club's senior team in the ensuing summer and assigned the number 22 shirt by manager Elie Baup. Despite interest from several clubs, Sissoko opted to remain at Toulouse stating he was happy to remain at the club and would let his agent deal with his transfer situation. He made his debut on 28 October 2007 in a 50 rout of Luxembourg in the first qualifying round. The 48-year-old is an extremely skilled negotiator so much so, you almost feared for Ed Woodward whenever he entered a meeting room with him. Given FSGs reluctance to smash the wage structure for Mohamed Salahs new contract, they surely wouldnt do so for a new signing. [94], Sissoko was involved in France's run to the final of the 2016 UEFA European Championship, making four starts in the tournament. Bertolucci has helped the Blues to sign Alex, Ramires, Oscar, Willian, Nathan, David Luiz twice and Lucas Piazon. Moussa Sissoko crowned Legends' Player of the Season. He put in an inspired performance in the final against Portugal, having two shots saved in the 10 extra time defeat. [71] However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic which resulted in the suspension of League matches, he did not play any game until the 19 June match against Manchester United after the season restarted. Sissoko was a French youth international and played at all levels he was eligible for. As a player, Thomas Kroth never won a league title and his single West Germany cap came in a home defeat to Hungary. Sometimes, Manuel Garcia Quilon must sit in his Madrid office and think wistfully of 2013. Toulouse lost the first leg 10 and the tie 50 on aggregate. [52] He did not play a league match again for Spurs until 3 December, and made just four more starts in the Premier League that season under manager Mauricio Pochettino. ', Sissoko's representative also said that he was aware of approaches to the club over a possible transfer. The move allowed Sissoko to retain his defensive duties, but also showcase his attacking skills. Jorge Mendes is easily the most recognizable name in football agency. On 6 October, he was named to the senior squad for the second time for the team's final World Cup qualification matches against the Faroe Islands and Austria. He has always been loyal, he has always respected the club, the fans. The agent's latest statements regarding his client's situation with Barcelona have caused controversy. Everything you need to know about the draw, including the TV channel and ball numbers, Liverpool vs Wolves live stream, match preview, team news and kick-off time for this Premier League match, Arsenal vs Everton live stream, match preview, team news and kick-off time for this Premier League match. [12], One of his brothers, Abdoulaye, is also a footballer. [44] On 13 April 2015, Sissoko was sent off in an away match at Liverpool, receiving a second yellow card from referee Lee Mason, after a dangerous tackle to Lucas Leiva. Yawn. If we thought it was difficult putting together our 100 Best Players in the World list, or our 50 Best Managers countdown, at least we didnt have to contend with contracts shrouded in secrecy and people who prefer to remain in the shadows. Latest on Nantes midfielder Moussa Sissoko including news, stats, videos, highlights and more on ESPN 4. Tottenham and Antonio Conte will be interested in signing Inter Milan defender Stefan de Vrij this summer "whatever the price", claims transfer insider Pete O'Rourke.. Division, Cyprus view more. Reminding everyone, that while money is the center of the talks in the media, management of the Frenchman. [114] Alongside his native French, he speaks English. If Jrgen Klopp feels Liverpools physios can make Dembele a bit more resilient, there could be a bargain waiting for the Reds. [76], On 1 July 2022, Sissoko returned to France and signed with Nantes. There was a problem. Abroad, the English game is considered the dirty man of Europe. Moussa Sissoko is a soccer agent who represents different players in European and Asian soccer. Still, Struth can console himself that if theres plenty more fish in the sea, many of them would be content to swim into his net. Bahia havent got much change out of Michu lately, having made an unexpected star out of him at Swansea, but they have helped to revitalise Fernando Torres at Atletico Madrid. [13] Despite the promising individual season from Sissoko, Toulouse finished one place above relegation and Baup was sacked and replaced by Alain Casanova. player they wanted to sell him in January. Only James left, since replaced by Mendess latest Portuguese sensation, Bernardo Silva. As an agent, his charges have been somewhat more successful. Barcelona-based Promoesport arent a name on everyones lips when it comes to football agencies, but theyre one to watch. And while Pep and El Pistolero are easily the biggest names attached, the wide-ranging company also scouts and then represents a great many academy players at some of the worlds biggest clubs. [13], In October 2020, Sissako tested positive for COVID-19, along with several of his teammates at Standard Lige.[14]. France won the match 30. Despite their name, Bahia Internacional are in fact not big in Brazil. Im sure hes looking for some way to break it.. [citation needed], On 28 January 2020, Sissako joined Belgian club Standard Lige on a six-month loan with an option to buy. Its absolutely ridiculous that they come up with rules when nobody knows what theyre talking about. Is there any agency in any sport as good as Mondial at finding lucrative moves for their clients? With a roster of consultants and intermediaries including several ex-pros, from Australia international Vincenzo Grella to defender One Size Fitz Hall, Base arent slow to spot potential. However, this list has him only on third place and behind the man he considers his closest rival. [4] At the age of six, Sissoko joined the youth academy of Esprance Aulnay, based in nearby Aulnay-sous-Bois, a suburb in northeastern Paris. [8] He made his first professional start the following week in the club's 10 upset victory over the defending champions Lyon. This list doesnt include some huge players representatives, because their reach is limited by their focus. Top 5 clients: Willian, Fabinho, Danny Welbeck, Andreas Christensen, Gabriel. PRO Profils clients include World Cup and Golden Glove winner Manuel Neuer, Premier League champion Shinji Okazaki and several members of Bundesliga-winning teams. Notable Players: Edinson Cavani, Phillipe Coutinho, Douglas Costa, Nemanja Matic, Dimitri Payet, Kante N'Golo, Riyad Mahrez. He told FootMercato: 'We do not understand. We are the worst. Sissoko replaced Albin Ebondo in the 83rd minute and received a yellow card in the final minute. [51] On 22 October, in a match against AFC Bournemouth, Sissoko elbowed Harry Arter, resulting in a three-match ban. Elsewhere in London, QPR were grateful for the Brazilian agents services in arranging Julio Cesars capture, as were Tottenham when they signed Heurelho Gomes, then Sandro, then Paulinho (hindsights 20/20). Top 5 clients: Pedro, Javi Martinez, Fernando Torres, Dani Parejo, Borja Baston. It has indeed been broken but by Mino Raiola and Paul Pogba. [83] In UEFA competition, Sissoko and the team, composed of players such as David N'Gog, Gabriel Obertan, Adel Taarabt, and Grgory Sertic, failed to qualify for the 2006 UEFA European Under-17 Football Championship, due to their second-place finish in the Elite Round portion of the competition. Jude Bellingham is Real Madrids main target, says Marca journalist, Arsenal and the Everton curse: Why Mikel Arteta is cursed away to his former club, When is the FA Cup quarter-final draw 2023? The 48-year-old is an extremely skilled negotiator so much so, you almost feared for Ed Woodward whenever he entered a meeting room with him. Analysis: Luis Enriques desire to take struggling Barcelona winger off their hands could work for all, Teenage Barcelona target agrees with comparisons to Luis Suarez, Barcelona include two teenage starlets in squad for Real Madrid squad ahead of Copa del Rey clash. With the risk of losing him for free, Xavi's side decided to get rid straight away, though the France forward clearly wasn't too impressed with the statement. Due to his increased playing time domestically with Toulouse, Sissoko missed the 2007 edition of the Sendai Cup in Japan and numerous other under-19 tournaments and only featured in 2008 UEFA U-19 Championship qualification matches. That year, the agent brokered Diego Lopezs January transfer to Real Madrid, before arranging summer moves for Jose Callejon, Raul Albiol and Pepe Reina, all joining a Napoli team beginning life under Rafa Benitez also his client. And when the Oranje finally do get their act together, SEGs players wont be far away. As Transfermarkt show, the former Rennes attacker has actually missed 96 games for Barcelona due to injury problems. [57][58] His improvement this season has been noted by a number of writers,[57][59][60][61][62] some of whom ranked him amongst the best players of the season in the Premier League. Europe Sports Group represent some 600-700 players, most of them South American, many of those Brazilian. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Moussa Sissoko (born 16 August 1989) is a French professional footballer who plays as midfielder for Ligue 1 club Nantes and the France national team. Top 5 clients: Douglas Costa, Philippe Coutinho, Dimitri Payet, Edinson Cavani, Riyad Mahrez. The sum he pocketed for masterminding Paul Pogbas record-breaking transfer is eye-boggling, estimated to be around 20-25 million. However, he said in 2011 that he plans to retire around this time, which explains why he isnt pursuing new clients. And while he may look like a slightly melted Daniel Levy, hes powerful, and knows it: in that same Guardian interview, he said: Were the largest football agency Jorge Mendes is probably the only person close to us. Photo by Andrew Powell/Liverpool FC via Getty Images. The 15-year-old company represents several players making up the next generation of global stars, including 22-year-old Eric Bailly. Still, honourable mentions are due to IFM, who represent David Silva and Santi Cazorla; IMG (Gerard Pique, Ander Herrera); ASA (Luka Modric, Mateo Kovacic) and Christophe Henrotay, whose dozen Belgian clients include Thibaut Courtois and Yannick Carrasco. [98][103][108] Regarded as a promising prospect in his youth,[108] in 2010 he was included in Don Baln's list of the 100 best young players in the world born after 1989. He has claimed to have the largest football agency in the world, with only Jorge Mendes being close to his status of wealth. Moussa Sissoko, right, has had a 35million price tag slapped on him by his club Newcastle United, Sissoko's agent has reacted angrily to the decision by Newcastle and said he does not understand. However, with the staggering sums of money being invested in their clients, and the amounts the agents are then due, they wouldnt miss the odd car driven into a swimming pool. However, Cuatro believe there is uneasiness in the Camp Nou offices, as some believe Sissoko is negotiating behind their back. Please refresh the page and try again. On 13 May 2014, Sissoko was named in Didier Deschamps' squad for the 2014 FIFA World Cup. Things havent been quite so sweet since, and in six months all of Quilons players will be the wrong side of 30. Thats power. Moussa Sissoko has joined Watford from Tottenham on a two-year deal. What frustrates me is the lack of understanding by FIFA and the FA of what a proper agency does. In his first match starting as captain, Sissoko scored his first league goal of the season in a 10 win over Queens Park Rangers. [34] It was rumoured that Sissoko waived any signing on fee from his new club in order to push the move through after Toulouse were unwilling to let him leave until the summer, when his contract expired. [33], On 21 January 2013, English side Newcastle United confirmed they had signed Sissoko on a six-and-a-half-year deal for an undisclosed fee, believed to be in the region of 1.5 million. [6], Born in France, Sissako is of Malian descent. Ousmane Dembele's agent, Moussa Sissoko, has finally broken his silence on the forward's future at Barcelona with the . He began the season featuring primarily as a substitute under Casanova, but by December, Sissoko had become a regular in the starting eleven. He can be credited with changing English football forever, as he introduced manager Jose Mourinho to England after getting him to Chelsea. Published: 09:47 GMT, 12 July 2016 | Updated: 14:53 GMT, 12 July 2016. But the management are losing Ousmane by themselves. [82] In the team's next group stage match against Portugal, Sissoko scored again in a 31 victory. [32] On 6 February 2011, Sissoko scored both team goals in a 20 win over Monaco. Monaco reintroduced themselves to the world stage by signing Mendes trio Falcao (him again), James Rodriguez and Joao Moutinho. P.S. [9], Usually a left-sided centre-back, Sissako is versatile enough to play on both central defensive positions of a back four. If a manager falls out with an agent, that agent will probably never sell his players to that manager, or worse, ensure that that club face his wrath. The 32-year-old completed a medical on Friday and Sissoko has joined the newly-promoted Hornets for a fee of around 2.5m. They have players spread across La Liga, too, from Asier Illarramendi at Real Sociedad and Raul Garcia at Athletic to Dani Parejo at Valencia and Vitolo at Sevilla. Who else could it be, but the man Cristiano Ronaldo called the Cristiano Ronaldo of football agents? He has regularly been called up to play with the France youth teams in the past. England and Wales company registration number 2008885. Jorge Mendes isnt just footballs most influential agent. [7] He was called up by the Mali U23 team for the 2019 Africa U-23 Cup of Nations, but was not capped. What's the story? 4. To make sure you never miss out on your favourite NEW stories, we're happy to send you some reminders, Click 'OK' then 'Allow' to enable notifications, .css-1diosym{color:black;}@media (prefers-color-scheme:dark){.css-1diosym{color:#fff;}}Published16:00,26 January 2022 GMT@media (prefers-color-scheme:dark){.css-jirzs7{color:#72B97D;}}| Last updated22:15,26 January 2022 GMT. [5], On 1 September 2022, Sissako joined Russian Premier League club Sochi. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. Top 5 clients: Jamie Vardy, Theo Walcott, Jordan Henderson, Ryan Bertrand, Phil Jones. The 24-year-old is yet to kick a ball this season due to injury. In August 2009, he was called up to the senior team for the first time and made his senior international debut in a 2010 FIFA World Cup qualification against the Faroe Islands. [113], Sissoko is Muslim. They had expected a fee between 15.25million and 21million. But Promoesport remain ambitious. Struth had proclaimed in the summer of 2015 that Gtze now with Borussia Dortmund but then preparing to begin a new season at Bayern Munich under Pep Guardiola feels like the coach doesnt have faith in him. [12] In late September, he began featuring in the team as a regular starter playing in the defensive midfielder role alongside attackers Achille Emana and Fod Mansar, and captain Nicolas Dieuze. His first major independent transfer was Pavel Nedved to Lazio, and then to Juventus. 'It has never been a question that there was a more elevated clause. "Maybe it works with agents who are close to Barcelona. Future Publishing Limited Quay House, The Ambury, Sissoko spent two years at the club and was teammates with former France youth international Yannis Salibur. Your login session has expired. Exactly 12 months separated two huge moments in Moussa Sissoko's career with Tottenham Hotspur. In September 2001, he returned to Aulnay for a further two years developing before seeking a move to a professional club. Le milieu de terrain nantais Moussa Sissoko (33 ans, 19 matchs et 1 but en L1 cette saison) pense savoir ce qu'il a manqu son quipe sur cette rencontre. Top 5 clients: Manuel Neuer, Shinji Kagawa, Shinji Okazaki, Kevin Volland, Patrick Herrmann. They have players spread across La Liga, too, from Asier Illarramendi at Real Sociedad and Raul Garcia at Athletic to Dani Parejo at Valencia and Vitolo at Sevilla. "We are not here to feed debates on social media. BARCELONA, 18 Ene. It would be a stretch to say agents are footballs new rock stars. Sissako joined Paris Saint-Germain from RC France in 2012. Visit our corporate site (opens in new tab). He currently is changing the landscape of even the second-tier of English football, as he signed some of his most promising Portuguese talents like Diogo Jota and Ruben Neves to Wolverhampton Wanderers. 'We hope that Rafa Benitez and the president will be more reasonable about Moussa's future. But lets not kid ourselves that Raiola got lucky. Huw was on theFourFourTwostaff from 2009 to 2015, ultimately as the magazine's Managing Editor, before becoming a freelancer and moving to Wales. [4] In July 1999, Sissoko moved to Saint-Ouen to join AS Red Star 93. Notable Players: Jose Mourinho, Cristiano Ronaldo, Renato Sanches, William Carvalho, Thiago Silva, James Rodriguez, Diego Costa, Angel Di Maria, Bernardo Silva. Have something to tell us about this article? Perhaps inevitably, Juan Figer and Wagner Ribeiros influence now cant match those heady days. At Tottenham, Sissoko finished runner-up in the 201617 Premier League and the 201819 UEFA Champions League. But it's not only money for us. If theres one criticism that cannot be levelled at Key Sports agent Colin Gordon, ex-Swindon player and occasional caretaker manager at Kidderminster, its a lack of candour. [72], On 5 January 2021, Sissoko scored his first goal of the 202021 season in the semi-final of the Carabao Cup, which ended in a 20 home win over Brentford. Sissoko earned his first cap in the match against the Faroe Islands appearing as a substitute for Jrmy Toulalan in the second half. these players were Joao Moutinho, James Rodriguez and Radamel Falcao (him again). Peton, as hes known, is a highly respected figure in Spain, and his reputation helped him to land some of the countrys biggest stars at some of the worlds biggest clubs. The Ligue 1 leaders have also been linked with making Zinedine Zidane their manager next season, with the French connection potentially a pull for Dembele. (0) *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 5 November 2022. [19][20] In total, he made 40 appearances and scored five goals. [41], In the 201415 season, Sissoko was given the captain's armband after Fabricio Coloccini sustained an injury. Young footballers in Germany seeking an agent could do far worse than see what Kroth has to offer them. Get insight to top players, instructions & drills and extensive coverage of equipment. He also was the agent of Luke Shaw when he became the most expensive teenage transfer from Southampton to Manchester United. [23] On 20 September 2009, he scored in the club's 20 win against Le Mans and in the following week scored the opening goal in the club's 21 loss to Lyon. [103] A large, fast, physically powerful, hard-working, and energetic player,[104][105][106][107][108] with an ability to run long distances and cover a lot of ground,[106] Sissoko has been described as a "well-rounded central midfielder" who is "tall, rangy, and strong in the tackle". No one has heard of him and he is known to be extremely apprehensive to reporters. German agent Volker Struth has become one of the biggest agents in world football as the principal representative of some of the best German and Bundesliga players. On 6 January 2008, Sissoko scored his second goal of the season against Paris in the Coupe de France. Barcelona publicly asked him to leave the club during the January transfer window last week. Moussa Sissoko has also been used as a ball winning midfielder. He topped the Forbes list of football agents as well, but today who or what he is is a mystery. Europe Sports Group represent some 600-700 players, most of them South American, many of those Brazilian. FourFourTwo is part of Future plc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. I keep reminding him of that Bale deal. [89] With France's spot in the play-offs already secured, Sissoko made his first career start in the match against Austria, which France won 31. [37] On 24 February, Sissoko scored in a 42 win against Southampton. However, with a good club performance in the 201819 season, he was again back in the national squad, and played a role in the Euro 2020 qualifiers for France. Nantes paid Watford 2M for Moussa . . [3] He made his first international start four days later in a qualifier against Austria.