Cercle Brugge extends contract of Ghanaian midfielder, Abu Francis

Cercle Brugge extends contract of Ghanaian midfielder, Abu Francis



Ghanaian international midfielder Abu Francis has extended his contract with Belgian club Cercle Brugge for another year, with the option of extending it for an additional season.

Francis has been with the team since the summer of 2022 when he joined from Danish club FC Nordsjaelland.

The 23-year-old honed his skills at Ghana’s esteemed Right to Dream Academy before gaining top-flight football experience at Nordsjaelland.

As a versatile midfielder, Francis quickly proved his value to the team, appearing in 33 matches, scoring 2 goals, and providing 3 assists in his debut season.

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“I’m delighted to continue my journey with Cercle Brugge, and I’m excited about what lies ahead. This club has given me numerous opportunities, which is what matters most to me,” said the midfielder.

Unfortunately, Francis sustained an injury at the beginning of this season and was sidelined for six months.

However, he made a strong comeback in February and has been a key player in every game, including the Championship Play-Offs.

In addition, he made his debut for the Ghana national team in March, featuring in friendly matches against Nigeria and Uganda.

“I am extremely grateful for the additional year on my contract, and I am eager to see what the future holds. Cercle Brugge has shown their belief in me by offering this extension.

“Despite my injury, I have come back even stronger. It is always motivating to return to a team that is performing well, and the hunger and competition within the team only pushes me to be better,”