David Brooks, Julian Araujo react to ‘new signing’ announcement from Bournemouth
David Brooks and Julian Araujo reacted to the announcement of a new signing for Bournemouth on social media.
Following an impressive ninth-placed finish last season, the Cherries are facing the very real possibility of their squad being picked to pieces this summer.
Dean Huijsen has already departed for Real Madrid, and PSG are closing in on his centre-back partner Illia Zabarnyi.
Meanwhile, Newcastle are interested in signing Antoine Semenyo, having missed out on Bryan Mbeumo, and there is interest in breakout star Kluivert after the Dutch winger registered 12 goals and six assists last season.
Adding to the issues facing Bournemouth is Liverpool’s interest in Milos Kerkez, with Andy Robertson looking like he may be on his way to Atletico Madrid.
But with plenty of positions requiring attention this summer, the Cherries have taken a proactive approach to the left-back spot, securing a replacement for the Hungarian prior to his mooted departure.
Bournemouth announce signing of Adrien Truffert
Bournemouth shared several images on Instagram, giving fans a deep dive on their new signing, Adrien Truffert.
The post was captioned: “Get to know our new signing, Adrien Truffert”, and the post was liked by Araujo and Brooks.
Adrien Truffert a shrewd signing ahead of Milos Kerkez exit
Football Insider Verdict
Truffert won his singular France cap in 2022, in a Nations League defeat at the hands of Denmark, and also competed for his country at the 2024 Olympics.
The former Rennes man is a capable defender, but shines when given licence to roam forward.
Truffert registered an impressive 39 chances created, and 38 successful crosses last campaign and was one of Ligue 1’s top left-backs, despite his team suffering a disappointing season.
Having captained Rennes previously and being just 23 years of age, the defender has both the experience to play straight away, and room for growth in the future.
Filling Kerkez‘s shoes will be no easy feat, given that the Hungarian was one of the Premier League’s best fullbacks last season, but Truffert’s performances last season show why Bournemouth have moved quickly for the Frenchman.