Sheffield Wednesday: Six facts you might not know about Almen Abdi

Swiss international Almen Abdi has signed for Sheffield Wednesday.
Almen Abdi. Photo: PAAlmen Abdi. Photo: PA
Almen Abdi. Photo: PA

Here are six interesting facts about the midfielder you might not know.

1. Abdi started his career at Zurich making his professional debut at the age of 17.

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2. During the 2008–09 season Abdi was Zurich’s top goal scorer with 19 goals and adding an impressive 12 assists.

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3. The same season he was voted the best midfielder in the Swiss Super League and was presented with the Best Swiss Player Award.

4. During his season-long loan at Watford in 2012–13 he scored 12 goals in 36 games.

5. Abdi played a total 98 games for Watford scoring 25 goals.

6. He has played six times for Switzerland