Frédéric Cissokho (born January 13, 1971) is a French former professional footballer who played primarily as a defender. Known for his versatility, he was capable of playing as a centre-back or a right-back throughout his career, which spanned clubs in France, Spain, Belgium, and Poland.
Early Life and Youth Career
Born in Dakar, Senegal, Cissokho moved to France early in his life. He began his footballing journey in the youth academy of French club Le Havre AC, where he honed his defensive skills and progressed through their ranks.Club Career
Cissokho's professional career saw him play for several clubs across different European leagues.Le Havre AC
He made his senior debut with Le Havre AC, establishing himself as a consistent performer in their defense during the early 1990s. His reliable displays at Le Havre attracted attention from larger clubs.Paris Saint-Germain
In 1995, Cissokho joined French Ligue 1 giants Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). During his time at PSG, he was part of the squad that achieved significant success, including winning the UEFA Cup Winners' Cup in the 1995–96 season. Although he had limited appearances during the final stages of the European triumph, his tenure at PSG provided him with experience at the highest level of French and European club football.RCD Espanyol
Following his stint with PSG, Cissokho moved to Spain, signing with RCD Espanyol in La Liga. He spent several seasons with the Catalan club, where he became a regular fixture in their defensive line and contributed to their league campaigns.Later Career
After his period in Spain, Cissokho returned to France, playing for clubs such as Montpellier HSC. Later in his career, he ventured into Belgian football, representing clubs like FC Brussels and R. AEC Mons. He also had a spell in Poland with Pogoń Szczecin before concluding his professional playing career.International Career
Frédéric Cissokho did not represent France at the senior international level.Honours
- UEFA Cup Winners' Cup: 1995–96 (with Paris Saint-Germain)