MOUSSA SISSOKO has joined Nantes following Watford’s relegation from the Premier League.
Sissoko has signed a two-year deal with the Ligue 1 outfit following a £1.8m deal with the Hornets.
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The French club shared a video on their personal website of the midfielder’s journey back to France, which ends with the team donning the official kit.
Nantes released the following statement: “FC Nantes and Watford Football Club (England, EFL Championship) have reached an agreement on the transfer of Moussa Sissoko (32).
“The midfielder signs for two seasons in favor of Yellow and Green and thus links him to Club des Bords de l’Erdre until 2024.”
Sissoko became a fixture in the Premier League in 2013 after coming from Toulouse to Newcastle.
After three impressive years at St James’ Park, the international moved from France to Tottenham.
The 32-year-old has scored a total of five goals and 16 assists in 201 appearances for Spurs.
The Frenchman’s five-year spell with the North Londoners saw him play in the 2019 Champions League final.
Sissoko’s impressive performance also made him a fixture for the French national team, playing in the Euro 2016 final.
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The versatile midfielder signed with Watford last year but was unable to help them avoid relegation in the championship.
Sissoko scored a total of two goals and one assist in 38 appearances in all competitions during his time at Vicarage Road.