Biography
Who is Ghislain Konan?
Early life and background
Ghislain Konan was born on December 27, 1995, in Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire. He grew up in the Ivory Coast and developed his football skills locally before starting his professional career in Europe.
As an Ivoirian athlete, he established himself as a talented left-back. His early development laid the foundation for his future moves to clubs in Portugal, France, Saudi Arabia, Spain, and England.
Club career milestones
Ghislain Konan made his professional debut in the Portuguese Segunda Liga for Vitria SC B in February 2016. He later appeared in the Primeira Liga for Vitria SC before securing a transfer to Stade de Reims in the summer of 2017 for a fee of three point six million pounds.
In July 2022, he moved to Saudi Pro League club Al Nassr on a three-year contract. During his time in Saudi Arabia, he also spent a season on loan at Al-Fayha and won the Arab Club Champions Cup in 2023.
After his time in the Middle East, he joined Spanish Segunda Division club Burgos CF in January 2025 on a six-month contract. By September 2026, he signed a one-season deal with EFL Championship side Wolverhampton Wanderers.
International career and honours
Ghislain Konan made his debut for the Ivory Coast national team during a 2018 World Cup qualification match against Mali in October 2017. He established himself as a regular starter at left-back for international tournaments.
He played in all four matches for the Ivory Coast during the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations. He was later named in the squad for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, where the team successfully won the tournament.
His performances earned him individual recognition, including selection in the Saudi Professional League Team of the Year for the 2022 to 2023 season and the Africa Cup of Nations Team of the Tournament in 2023. He was also selected by coach Emerse Fae for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and the 2026 World Cup squad.
Birthday and age
Ghislain Konan was born on December 27, 1995, which makes Ghislain 30 years old today. That birthday falls under the Capricorn sign. Ghislain shares the date with 51 other famous people.
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