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On 10 August 2007, he signed for [[Birmingham City]] on loan for five months.<ref>{{cite news | title=Djourou completes Birmingham move | url=http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/teams/b/birmingham_city/6940347.stm |publisher=BBC Sport |date=10 August 2007 |accessdate=30 September 2010}}</ref> He made his debut two days later against the previous season's FA Cup and League Cup winners [[Chelsea F.C.|Chelsea]]. This was a closely fought contest in which Chelsea ran out eventual 3–2 winners, in which Djourou cleared off the line from [[Frank Lampard]] to keep Birmingham City in the game.<ref>{{cite news |url=http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/eng_prem/6931067.stm |title=Chelsea 3–2 Birmingham |first=Paul |last=Fletcher |publisher=BBC Sport |date=12 August 2007 |accessdate=24 April 2017}}</ref>
On 10 August 2007, he signed for [[Birmingham City]] on loan for five months.<ref>{{cite news | title=Djourou completes Birmingham move | url=http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/teams/b/birmingham_city/6940347.stm |publisher=BBC Sport |date=10 August 2007 |accessdate=30 September 2010}}</ref> He made his debut two days later against the previous season's FA Cup and League Cup winners [[Chelsea F.C.|Chelsea]]. This was a closely fought contest in which Chelsea ran out eventual 3–2 winners, in which Djourou cleared off the line from [[Frank Lampard]] to keep Birmingham City in the game.<ref>{{cite news |url=http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/eng_prem/6931067.stm |title=Chelsea 3–2 Birmingham |first=Paul |last=Fletcher |publisher=BBC Sport |date=12 August 2007 |accessdate=24 April 2017}}</ref>


Djourou continued to play for Birmingham consistently through his loan period until 22 December 2007, when he gifted [[Bolton Wanderers F.C.|Bolton Wanderers]]' [[Nicolas Anelka]] a goal via an errant [[throw-in]].<ref>{{cite news |url=http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/eng_prem/7145742.stm |title=Bolton 3–0 Birmingham |last=Standley |first=James |publisher=BBC Sport |date=12 December 2007 |accessdate=2 January 2008}}</ref> This marked his last appearance for the club. Although Birmingham manager [[Alex McLeish]] was keen to retain him, Djourou returned to Arsenal at the end of his loan spell, as cover for [[Kolo Touré]] and [[Alex Song]] who were playing in the [[2008 African Cup of Nations]].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.arsenal.com/news/news-archive/wenger-explains-djourou-rsquo-s-birmingham-recall |title=Wenger explains Djourou's Birmingham recall |accessdate=22 September 2008 |date=21 December 2007 |publisher=Arsenal F.C.}}</ref>
Djourou continued to play for Birmingham consistently through his loan period until 22 December 2007, when he gifted [[Bolton Wanderers F.C.|Bolton Wanderers]]' [[Nicolas Anelka]] a goal via an errant [[throw-in]].<ref>{{cite news |url=http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/eng_prem/7145742.stm |title=Bolton 3–0 Birmingham |last=Standley |first=James |publisher=BBC Sport |date=12 December 2007 |accessdate=2 January 2008}}</ref> This marked his last appearance for the club. Although Birmingham manager [[Alex McLeish]] was keen to retain him, Djourou returned to Arsenal at the end of his loan spell, as cover for [[Kolo Touré]] and [[Alex Song]] who were playing in the [[2008 African Cup of Nations]].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.arsenal.com/news/news-archive/wenger-explains-djourou-rsquo-s-birmingham-recall |title=Wenger explains Djourou's Birmingham recall |accessdate=22 September 2008 |date=21 December 2007 |publisher=Arsenal F.C. |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20110524061918/http://www.arsenal.com/news/news-archive/wenger-explains-djourou-rsquo-s-birmingham-recall |archivedate=24 May 2011 |df=dmy-all }}</ref>


====Return to Arsenal====
====Return to Arsenal====
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In May 2008, Djourou stated that he would be willing to partner [[Cesc Fàbregas]] in midfield after the departure of [[Mathieu Flamini]] to [[A.C. Milan]]. Instead, he played in the centre of defence as first choice backup following the departure of fellow Swiss defender [[Philippe Senderos]] to A.C. Milan on a season-long loan. In September, Djourou signed a new long-term contract.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.arsenal.com/news/news-archive/johan-djourou-signs-new-long-term-contract |accessdate=22 September 2008 |date=22 September 2008 |title=Johan Djourou signs new long-term contract |publisher=Arsenal F.C}}</ref>
In May 2008, Djourou stated that he would be willing to partner [[Cesc Fàbregas]] in midfield after the departure of [[Mathieu Flamini]] to [[A.C. Milan]]. Instead, he played in the centre of defence as first choice backup following the departure of fellow Swiss defender [[Philippe Senderos]] to A.C. Milan on a season-long loan. In September, Djourou signed a new long-term contract.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.arsenal.com/news/news-archive/johan-djourou-signs-new-long-term-contract |accessdate=22 September 2008 |date=22 September 2008 |title=Johan Djourou signs new long-term contract |publisher=Arsenal F.C |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20080923181537/http://www.arsenal.com/news/news-archive/johan-djourou-signs-new-long-term-contract |archivedate=23 September 2008 |df=dmy-all }}</ref>


After Touré's departure to [[Manchester City]], Djourou had a chance to break into the starting eleven. However, on 11 April 2009, in a league match against [[Wigan Athletic]], Djourou suffered a knee injury which later required surgery. In September 2009, his club estimated a recovery period of six to eight months; Arsène Wenger stated: "He will have to be patient this season."<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.arsenal.com/news/news-archive/djourou-ruled-out-for-six-to-eight-months- |title=Djourou ruled out for 'six to eight months' |first=Richard |last=Clarke |publisher=Arsenal F.C |date=10 September 2009 |accessdate=30 September 2010}}</ref>
After Touré's departure to [[Manchester City]], Djourou had a chance to break into the starting eleven. However, on 11 April 2009, in a league match against [[Wigan Athletic]], Djourou suffered a knee injury which later required surgery. In September 2009, his club estimated a recovery period of six to eight months; Arsène Wenger stated: "He will have to be patient this season."<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.arsenal.com/news/news-archive/djourou-ruled-out-for-six-to-eight-months- |title=Djourou ruled out for 'six to eight months' |first=Richard |last=Clarke |publisher=Arsenal F.C |date=10 September 2009 |accessdate=30 September 2010 |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20090913082812/http://www.arsenal.com/news/news-archive/djourou-ruled-out-for-six-to-eight-months- |archivedate=13 September 2009 |df=dmy-all }}</ref>
[[File:Johan Djourou 2010.jpg|thumb|upright|Djourou at the 2010 [[Emirates Cup]]]]
[[File:Johan Djourou 2010.jpg|thumb|upright|Djourou at the 2010 [[Emirates Cup]]]]
In March 2010, Djourou appeared on Arsenal TV Online's 'Arsenal Live' programme. He announced that he was getting closer to a return: "I am nearly at the end. It has been a long road for me and I am really looking forward to being back on the field." He made his return from injury as a second-half substitute in the 4–0 win over [[Fulham F.C.|Fulham]] in Arsenal's final game of the season. Djourou replaced the injured [[Mikaël Silvestre]] and this was his only appearance in the 2009–10 campaign.
In March 2010, Djourou appeared on Arsenal TV Online's 'Arsenal Live' programme. He announced that he was getting closer to a return: "I am nearly at the end. It has been a long road for me and I am really looking forward to being back on the field." He made his return from injury as a second-half substitute in the 4–0 win over [[Fulham F.C.|Fulham]] in Arsenal's final game of the season. Djourou replaced the injured [[Mikaël Silvestre]] and this was his only appearance in the 2009–10 campaign.

Revision as of 20:43, 26 November 2017

Johan Djourou
Djourou with Switzerland in 2015
Personal information
Full name Johan Danon Djourou-Gbadjere[1]
Date of birth (1987-01-18) 18 January 1987 (age 37)
Place of birth Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire
Height 1.91 m (6 ft 3 in)[2]
Position(s) Defender
Team information
Current team
 Antalyaspor
Number 4
Youth career
1998–2003 Étoile Carouge
2003–2004
Arsenal
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
2004–2014 Arsenal 86 (1)
2007–2008 → Birmingham City (loan) 13 (0)
2013 → Hannover 96 (loan) 14 (0)
2013–2014 → Hamburger SV (loan) 22 (0)
2014–2017 Hamburger SV 72 (2)
2017– Antalyaspor 0 (0)
International career‡
2001–2002 Switzerland U16 4 (0)
2002 Switzerland U17 4 (0)
2003–2004 Switzerland U19 8 (1)
2004–2005 Switzerland U20 9 (1)
2006 Switzerland U21 2 (0)
2006– Switzerland[3] 65 (2)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 8 August 2017
‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 7 September 2016

Johan Danon Djourou-Gbadjere (pronounced [dʒuʁu]; born 18 January 1987), more commonly known as Johan Djourou, is a Swiss international footballer who currently plays for Turkish Süper Lig side Antalyaspor.[4]

He used to play as a

defensive midfielder in his youth for former club Étoile Carouge, but when he arrived at Arsenal, he was converted to a central defender. He occasionally filled in at full back for Arsenal and played several games in central midfield while on loan to Birmingham City. He spent time on loan at Hannover 96 in 2013 before joining Hamburg, initially on loan, later that year. According to his profile on Arsenal's website, Djourou possesses "pace, power and whole-hearted commitment" in addition to his versatility.[5]

Club career

Early career

Djourou was born in

2004 European Championships.[7]

Arsenal

Djourou made his first senior start for Arsenal in a 3–1 victory against

League Cup, having made his first appearance after 89 minutes of the corresponding match in the previous round against Manchester City on 27 October 2004. He made his full Premiership debut for Arsenal in the 7–0 victory over Middlesbrough on 14 January 2006, playing at centre-back with Philippe Senderos. Djourou started Arsenal's FA Cup fourth round clash with Bolton Wanderers as part of a makeshift defence, a game in which Arsenal lost 1–0. He had also played in the third round clash with Cardiff City
.

Djourou taking a throw in against Reading

In February 2006, Djourou played in the league games against

Juventus) scouted Djourou in Arsenal's reserve matches (his contract was to expire at the end of the 2006–07 season), but after the end of the World Cup
, he signed a six-year contract extension with Arsenal.

He played in Arsenal's 2007 pre-season

Paris Saint-Germain
.

Loan to Birmingham

On 10 August 2007, he signed for

Birmingham City on loan for five months.[8] He made his debut two days later against the previous season's FA Cup and League Cup winners Chelsea. This was a closely fought contest in which Chelsea ran out eventual 3–2 winners, in which Djourou cleared off the line from Frank Lampard to keep Birmingham City in the game.[9]

Djourou continued to play for Birmingham consistently through his loan period until 22 December 2007, when he gifted

2008 African Cup of Nations.[11]

Return to Arsenal

In May 2008, Djourou stated that he would be willing to partner

A.C. Milan. Instead, he played in the centre of defence as first choice backup following the departure of fellow Swiss defender Philippe Senderos to A.C. Milan on a season-long loan. In September, Djourou signed a new long-term contract.[12]

After Touré's departure to

Wigan Athletic, Djourou suffered a knee injury which later required surgery. In September 2009, his club estimated a recovery period of six to eight months; Arsène Wenger stated: "He will have to be patient this season."[13]

Djourou at the 2010 Emirates Cup

In March 2010, Djourou appeared on Arsenal TV Online's 'Arsenal Live' programme. He announced that he was getting closer to a return: "I am nearly at the end. It has been a long road for me and I am really looking forward to being back on the field." He made his return from injury as a second-half substitute in the 4–0 win over Fulham in Arsenal's final game of the season. Djourou replaced the injured Mikaël Silvestre and this was his only appearance in the 2009–10 campaign.

Due to

2011 Football League Cup Final held at Wembley Stadium
in a 2–1 defeat.

On 12 March, while playing in the quarter finals of the

Werder Bremen
, and Djourou's first team opportunities became more limited. In February 2012, Djourou signed a three-year contract extension until summer 2015. During the 2011–12 season, he started 19 times for Arsenal and made 8 substitute appearances.

Loan to Hannover

On 3 January 2013, Djourou confirmed that he was set to move to Bundesliga club Hannover on loan until the end of the season, with no option to buy included in the deal. He said, "I joined the club who wanted me the most. At my age, the priority is to play regularly. To do this, I did not hesitate to refuse offers with the most exclusive clubs who made important financial efforts."[16]

Loan and transfer to Hamburger SV

On 1 July 2013, Djourou undertook a medical before signing for Bundesliga side Hamburger SV on loan for a season. It was reported that this time, the deal did include an option to buy. He said: "I'm very happy now that everything is sorted. HSV are a big club, with a lot of quality and great fans. I am convinced that this is the right step for my career."[17]

In April 2014, Hamburg confirmed that they had activated the buying clause and signed Djourou on a permanent deal.[18]

International career

Djourou at Euro 2008 with Switzerland

He made his senior

UEFA U21 Championship, but did not appear for the Swiss U21 squad since. After missing nearly the entire season for Arsenal in 2009–10, he was left out of the Swiss squad for the 2010 World Cup held in South Africa. In June 2011, with Switzerland 2–0 up against England in a Euro 2012 qualifier, Djourou fouled Arsenal teammate Jack Wilshere to concede a penalty, allowing England to pull a goal back although the match ended in a 2–2 draw at the Wembley Stadium.[19]

He scored his first goal for Switzerland, finding the net in a 4–3 friendly loss against Japan in 2007. He scored his second international goal against San Marino, converting a penalty kick after Fabian Schär had been fouled in the box for Switzerland's in a 7–0 win.

Personal life

Djourou's younger brother Olivier was playing football for Urania Genève Sport in 2008.[20]

Honours

  • Swiss Sports Awards: Best Newcomer 2006[21]

Career statistics

As of 29 November 2014[22]
Club Season League Cup League Cup Europe Total
Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Arsenal 2004–05 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 3 0
2005–06
 7 0 2 0 3 0 0 0 12 0
2006–07 21 0 1 0 3 0 5 0 30 0
2007–08 2 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 3 0
2008–09 15 0 4 0 2 0 8 0 29 0
2009–10 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0
2010–11 22 1 3 0 6 0 6 0 37 1
2011–12 18 0 1 0 2 0 6 0 27 0
2012–13 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 2 0
Arsenal total 86 1 11 0 22 0 25 0 140 1
Birmingham City (loan) 2007–08 13 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 13 0
Hannover 96 (loan) 2012–13 14 0 0 0 – 2 0 16 0
Hamburger SV (loan) 2013–14 24 0 2 0 – – 26 0
Hamburger SV 2014–15 13 0 2 0 – – 15 0
Career total 150 1 15 0 22 0 27 0 216 1

International goals

Scores and results list Switzerland's goal tally first.[23]
No Date Venue Opponent Score Result Competition
1. 11 September 2007
Klagenfurt
, Austria		  Japan 3–3 3–4 Friendly
2. 9 October 2015
AFG Arena, St. Gallen
, Switzerland		  San Marino 4–0 7–0 UEFA Euro 2016 qualification

References

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  2. ^ "Player Profile: Johan Djourou". UEFA. Retrieved 24 April 2017.
  3. ^ "Kader A-Team: Johannes Djourou" [A Team Squad: Johan Djourou] (in German). Swiss Football Federation. Archived from the original on 18 May 2015. Retrieved 20 March 2013. {{cite web}}: Unknown parameter |deadurl= ignored (|url-status= suggested) (help)
  4. ^ "Johan Djourou". worldfootball.net. Retrieved 8 August 2017.
  5. ^ "Players: Johan Djourou". Arsenal F.C. Archived from the original on 29 April 2013. Retrieved 25 May 2013. {{cite web}}: Unknown parameter |deadurl= ignored (|url-status= suggested) (help)
  6. ^ Moore, Glenn (16 September 2006). "The Premiership Interview: Teenager going places fast". The Independent. London. Retrieved 24 April 2017.
  7. ^ Haslam, Andrew (26 July 2004). "Under-19 names to note". UEFA. Retrieved 24 April 2014.
  8. ^ "Djourou completes Birmingham move". BBC Sport. 10 August 2007. Retrieved 30 September 2010.
  9. ^ Fletcher, Paul (12 August 2007). "Chelsea 3–2 Birmingham". BBC Sport. Retrieved 24 April 2017.
  10. ^ Standley, James (12 December 2007). "Bolton 3–0 Birmingham". BBC Sport. Retrieved 2 January 2008.
  11. ^ "Wenger explains Djourou's Birmingham recall". Arsenal F.C. 21 December 2007. Archived from the original on 24 May 2011. Retrieved 22 September 2008. {{cite web}}: Unknown parameter |deadurl= ignored (|url-status= suggested) (help)
  12. ^ "Johan Djourou signs new long-term contract". Arsenal F.C. 22 September 2008. Archived from the original on 23 September 2008. Retrieved 22 September 2008. {{cite web}}: Unknown parameter |deadurl= ignored (|url-status= suggested) (help)
  13. ^ Clarke, Richard (10 September 2009). "Djourou ruled out for 'six to eight months'". Arsenal F.C. Archived from the original on 13 September 2009. Retrieved 30 September 2010. {{cite web}}: Unknown parameter |deadurl= ignored (|url-status= suggested) (help)
  14. ^ Burton, Chris (5 December 2010). "Wenger hails 'dominant' Djourou". Sky Sports. Retrieved 27 January 2013.
  15. ^ McNulty, Phil (28 August 2011). "Man Utd 8–2 Arsenal". BBC Sport. Retrieved 24 April 2017.
  16. ^ Hurley, Lee (3 January 2013). "Djourou confirms loan deal to Hannover with no buy option". arsenalnews.co.uk. Archived from the original on 19 April 2013. Retrieved 3 January 2013. {{cite web}}: Unknown parameter |deadurl= ignored (|url-status= suggested) (help)
  17. ^ "Djourou makes Hamburg switch". Belfast Telegraph. 1 July 2013. Retrieved 24 April 2017.
  18. ^ "Transfer news: Johan Djourou completes permanent move to Hamburg from Arsenal". Sky Sports. 2 April 2014. Retrieved 18 July 2014.
  19. ^ McNulty, Phil (4 June 2011). "England 2–2 Switzerland". BBC Sport. Retrieved 4 June 2011.
  20. ^ Bordier, Michel (May 2008). "Dans la famille Djourou, je demande le frère!" (PDF). Le Chênois (in French). p. 52. Archived from the original (PDF) on 4 July 2011. Retrieved 30 September 2010. {{cite news}}: Unknown parameter |deadurl= ignored (|url-status= suggested) (help)
  21. ^ "Federer crowned top sportsman for third time". swissinfo.ch. 17 December 2006. Retrieved 24 April 2017.
  22. ^ "Johan Djourou Statistics". ESPNsoccernet. Retrieved 16 May 2013.
  23. ^ "Djourou, Johan". National Football Teams. Retrieved 28 April 2017.

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