It is a significant reinforcement for the Elephants less than two months before the start of the 2026 World Cup. After convincing Elye Wahi, the Ivorian Federation managed to convince Strasbourg Ismaël Doukouré to join the selection, according to Ivorian journalist from RTI Adama Magate.
“ The coach and the player’s father spoke. At the end of this exchange, it appears that Ismaël Doukouré is ready to join the Elephants », Said the journalist, adding that the steps for the change of sporting nationality have already been started.
“Ismaël Doukouré will begin the process this week to obtain his Ivorian passport, which he will receive within 48 hours. He will be selected by Faé for the next matches of the Elephants, as well as for the World Cup.explained Adama Magate.
A sure value in Strasbourg
Having become an essential part of the Strasbourg eleven, Doukouré has played 36 matches this season (2 goals and 1 assist). He is once again expected to start for the Coupe de France semi-final against Nice this Wednesday. Without forgetting that he is still involved with his club in the Conference League.
Aged 22, Ismaël Doukouré cut his teeth in the youth teams of the French team, notably totaling 13 selections with the Espoirs. Being able to play in central defense and midfield, the native of Lille will offer new options to Emerse Faé.
