Motherwell have signed ex-Leicester City and Paris Saint Germain central defender Cédric Kipré on a one-year deal. The youngster has agreed terms with the Steelmen following a trial period with the club, where he took the chance to impress Fir Park manager Stephen Robinson. Positive performances in the club’s pre-season friendlies and during training has resulted in the Frenchman being rewarded with a contract with the Steelmen. The 6ft 2in central defender, who was bought by the Foxes for £70,000 before becoming a free agent this summer, boasts a number of impressive attributes. Powerful, gifted with the ball at his feet and with an eye for a pass, the Frenchman is also strong in the air and looks to have his best years ahead of him.
Kipré said: "I’m feeling very good and I’m very happy to have signed here. I’ve been in for a couple of weeks now so I’ve had a chance to see everything, see the facilities and everything so yes, I’m very happy. I’ve met everyone too and everyone is really nice. We got to know each other better when we went away to Ireland."
Manager Robinson said: "We’re very happy that Cédric has agreed to join us and becomes our eighth new arrival this summer. I managed to get a very good look at him over the past few weeks and it was never a doubt in my mind that we’d offer him a contract – so I’m delighted he’s agreed to sign. He’s only 20-years old but his development is staggering, he is incredibly strong and will complement the boys we’ve got at the back already. I very much look forward to working with Cédric this season. I’m also looking to bring in one more defender and another striker before the window shuts but I will have to ensure there are some outgoings first."
Motherwell have signed ex-Leicester City and Paris Saint Germain central defender Cédric Kipré on a one-year deal. The youngster has agreed terms with the Steelmen following a trial period with the club, where he took the chance to impress Fir Park manager Stephen Robinson. Positive performances in the club’s pre-season friendlies and during training has resulted in the Frenchman being rewarded with a contract with the Steelmen. The 6ft 2in central defender, who was bought by the Foxes for £70,000 before becoming a free agent this summer, boasts a number of impressive attributes. Powerful, gifted with the ball at his feet and with an eye for a pass, the Frenchman is also strong in the air and looks to have his best years ahead of him.