Bertrand Traoré | Sunderland | Football Player Stats & Info

Burkina Faso

Sunderland

Bertrand Traoré

Sunderland/F/

Burkina Faso

Player Info

Bertrand Traoré is a dynamic winger currently plying his trade for Sunderland in the English Championship, representing the pinnacle of footballing talent from Burkina Faso. His career began in his homeland before a move to the prestigious academy of Auxerre in France as a teenager. His breakthrough came at Chelsea, where he signed in 2013, featuring in cup competitions and enjoying productive loan spells at Vitesse and Ajax. A permanent move to Lyon in 2017 saw him become a key figure, contributing goals and assists in Ligue 1 and memorable UEFA Champions League campaigns. After a stint with Aston Villa in the Premier League, he now brings his flair and experience to Sunderland's promotion push. His main honors include an Eredivisie title with Ajax and multiple Coupe de France victories with Lyon. Individually, he has been a perennial nominee for the African Footballer of the Year award. Known for his elegant dribbling, left-footed curlers, and clever movement, Traoré remains a technically gifted attacker capable of deciding games, carrying the hopes of his nation on the international stage.

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2025/08/31