This unassuming young man has made Ligue 1 football his home. Having made his debut a year ago, grabbing just three minutes of game time at Roazhon Park against Clermont and Marseille, Djaoui Cissé really showed off his talent two months ago against Strasbourg. His third home appearance was greeted by an entire stadium when he was substituted. ‘He didn't know he was going to play, but he found out when we were talking after Azor Matusiwa's last-minute injury,’ said his coach Habib Beye after the game. "His performance proves that there are resources here. To play this match at Roazhon Park, in the current context, and to be able to put in such a performance shows the quality of the Academy's educators. I intend to build on that, and if any of the youngsters in the academy are very good, they'll get their chance. Djaoui Cissé is one of those players who has shown his qualities in recent training sessions.
So it wasn't a coup, nor was it a special favour from the coach. A player who always listens, puts a lot of heart into his work and is team-oriented, Djaoui continued to shine thanks to his technical finesse and intelligent play. The Juvisy-sur-Orge-born striker freed himself even more on the Montpellier pitch, unleashing a superb shot from outside the area for Rennes' second goal.
A contract extension that is a source of pride for everyone at Rennes.
Arnaud Pouille, Executive Chairman and Managing Director of Stade Rennais F.C.:
"Well done to Djaoui for seizing his opportunity, to the coach and staff for placing their trust in him, and not forgetting the teams who discovered and then trained him. It's a source of pride for the whole club to see its talented youngsters developing and performing under the Red and Black jersey. It's not always a straight line, but Djaoui knows how to persevere in order to reach and pass the next stage. What he has achieved is well deserved.
Frederic Massara, Stade Rennais F.C. Sports Director:
"Djaoui is starting out on his professional career and is blossoming, so we're very happy for him. It's an extension that once again confirms the excellent work of the Academy. He has shown that he is ready for the top level and is making remarkable progress with the pros. He's a talented player with plenty of room for improvement.
Djaoui Cissé:
"I'm obviously very happy to be continuing the adventure with my training club. The last two months have gone very well for me. I try to repay the confidence of the coach and staff at every match. I'm lucky enough to be in a great dressing room, surrounded by experienced players, especially Seko (Fofana), who gives me a lot of advice.
