Derek Mazou-Sacko (born 6 October 2004) is a French professional

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who plays as a

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for club Nancy on loan from

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Club career

On 18 December 2021, Mazou-Sacko made his professional debut for

in a

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match against Nancy. The match ended in a 4–2

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victory for Nancy after a 1–1 draw.

International career

Born in France, Mazou-Sacko is Ivorian by descent. He is a France youth international, and has represented his country at under-18 level.

References

2004 births Living people Sportspeople from Sarcelles Footballers from Val-d'Oise French men's footballers France men's youth international footballers Ivorian men's footballers Men's association football midfielders ES Troyes AC players AS Nancy Lorraine players Ligue 1 players Ligue 2 players Championnat National 3 players {{France-footy-midfielder-2000s-stub