FC Metz welcomes return of Georgian striker with “The king is back!” message
Mikautadze was last season crowned Player of the Season in France’s Ligue 2 national championship, before signing a multi-year contract with the Dutch club in the summer. Photo: FC Metz
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French football club Metz on Thursday officially confirmed the return of the Georgian striker Georges Mikautadze to the team on loan from Ajax with a message saying “The king is back!”.
Mikautadze was last season crowned Player of the Season in France’s Ligue 2 national championship, before signing a multi-year contract with the Dutch club in the summer.
The two clubs have now agreed his loan back to Metz until June.
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Speaking to the official club media after completing his return, Mikautadze noted his excitement about being able to play for the club again.
I am very happy to come back here. When I left for Ajax, I received many messages, and I have received many more in recent days. I wanted to thank everyone because all this love means a lot to me”, he said.
“I’m really happy to wear the Metz colours again, and I can’t wait to hit the pitch again with this jersey, in front of our supporters”, the forward added.
Mikautadze’s loan deal includes a €10 million buyout option.