Kenny Elissonde confirmed as Team Sky's 'final' signing for 2017

The British squad announced the signing of the Frenchman shortly after confirming the recruitment of Diego Rosa

Kenny Elissonde at the 2016 Vuelta a España (Yuzuru Sunada)

(Image credit: Yuzuru SUNADA)

Team Sky confirmed their second signing of the day on Thursday, announcing that young French rider Kenny Elissonde will be joining the team for 2017 on a two-year deal.

Elissonde joins from FDJ, and was described by the British squad as their "final" signing of the year with five new recruits on board for 2017.

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Richard Windsor

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Richard is digital editor of Cycling Weekly. Joining the team in 2013, Richard became editor of the website in 2014 and coordinates site content and strategy, leading the news team in coverage of the world's biggest races and working with the tech editor to deliver comprehensive buying guides, reviews, and the latest product news.


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