Zokora Finally Leaves Tottenham For Sevilla
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English side Tottenham has confirmed the departure of midfielder Didier Zokora to Sevilla.
The Ivorian midfielder had earlier this week pleaded with Spurs to allow him to join the Spanish side.
Zokora has suffered limited first team opportunities last season and Tottenham have now confirmed his departure.
A Tottenham statement read: "We have reached agreement for the transfer of Didier Zokora to Sevilla.
"The Ivory Coast international joined us from St Etienne in July 2006 and went on to make 134 appearances for the club, including being part of the League Cup-winning side of 2008.
"We thank Didier for his contribution and wish him every success for the future."
Sporting director Ramon Rodriguez Verdejo has revealed Zokora's desire to join them was crucial in sealing the deal.
"Every Sevillista should be happy," he said.
"We have to thank the president and the board for the effort they made in this signing.
"Zokora was our main objective for this season.
"We managed to close the deal but not without significant effort. We hope it will prove worth the pain. We think the player deserves it.
"As soon as he knew about Sevilla's interest, he only gave signs of dedication and gratitude. This is important in these cases because it gives you leeway in the negotiation.
"We are all really happy."
He added: "He's a player who works a lot, who runs a lot, physically he's a wonder who covers a lot of the pitch, he's very versatile.
"He is what we needed to complete the excellent midfield that we already have."
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