Ibrahima Sonko: Biography, Facts and Career
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Ibrahima Sonko (born 22 January 1981) is a Senegalese former professional footballer who played as a centre back. Sonko moved to France from Senegal at a young age and began his career with Olympique Noisy-le-Sec and AS Saint-Étienne, before turning professional with Grenoble. In 2002 Sonko moved to English side Brentford where he spent two seasons before moving to Reading in 2004. Sonko spent four seasons with the Royals and helped them gain promotion to the Premier League in 2005–06. Following their relegation, Sonko joined Stoke City for a fee of £2 million in August 2008. However, he failed to establish himself in the first team at Stoke and spent time out on loan at Hull City and Portsmouth before being released. He spent the 2011–12 season with Ipswich Town and then played for Turkish side Akhisar Belediyespor from 2012 until 2015.
Quick facts about Ibrahima Sonko
- Full name: Ibrahima Sonko
- Born: 1981-01-22
- Nationality: France
- Known as: Athlete
- Wikidata ID: Q523818
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Who is Ibrahima Sonko?
Ibrahima Sonko (born 22 January 1981) is a Senegalese former professional footballer who played as a centre back. Sonko moved to France from Senegal at a young age and began his career with Olympique Noisy-le-Sec and AS Saint-Étienne, before turning professional with Grenoble.
What nationality is Ibrahima Sonko?
Ibrahima Sonko is France.
When was Ibrahima Sonko born?
Ibrahima Sonko was born on 1981-01-22.
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