APR FC’s new striker Cheick Djibril Ouattara arrives in Rwanda

Ouattara landed at Kigali International Airport early Thursday morning, January 23, 2025, where he was warmly welcomed by some officials from the club. His arrival follows recent reports that he had signed with the team.

Speaking to B&B Kigali FM, Ouattara expressed his excitement about playing for APR FC. 

He said: "I cannot wait to start playing for APR FC. I have played for clubs in Morocco and Algeria, as well as for my national team. With God’s help, I will give my all to APR FC and achieve even more."

The striker revealed that he chose APR FC because of the club’s solid project.

"It’s a team with a good project that attracted me. Together with my teammates and the club’s management, I believe we will accomplish something significant," Ouattara added.

Although he was not familiar with Rwanda before APR FC reached out to him, he took the time to learn more about the country and concluded that it is a beautiful place.

He also acknowledged the large and passionate fan base of APR FC and expressed his determination to make them proud.

"I’ve seen that the club has a lot of fans who strongly support their team. With God’s help, I am confident I will make them proud," said the 25-year-old.

Ouattara signed with APR FC after parting ways with Algeria’s JS Kabylie. He previously played for Morocco’s RS Berkane, where he won trophies, including the CAF Confederation Cup.

At the international level, Ouattara has been representing Burkina Faso since August 24, 2018. He has so far played 14 matches for his national team, scoring two goals.

In January alone, APR FC has signed three players, including Ouattara. The other two are Ugandan wingers Hakim Kiwanuka and Denis Omedi, who both play as attacking midfielders.

Djibril Ouattra