Kolo Toure - Away Boyz

Kolo Habib Touré (born March 19, 1981 in Bouake, Côte d'Ivoire), is a footballer who plays for Arsenal. Touré is renowned for his pace, strength and athleticism. He is the older brother of FC Barcelona midfielder Yaya Touré and Al-Ittihad striker Ibrahim Touré. He is deployed by Arsène Wenger as a central defender, as well as anywhere in midfield. He is the longest-serving member in the current Arsenal squad.

Arsenal and Belgium club KSK Beveren had links through Guillou to Ivory Coast football. At his previous club, Toure played as a right midfielder or winger but after his move to Arsenal, he was played primarily as a centre back. It was through these links that Arsenal became aware of Touré's talent. After a short trial Touré joined Arsenal in February 2002 from ASEC Mimosas for £150,000. His status as a full international meant Touré was able to secure a British work permit. He was initially played as an attacking midfielder.