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ATTRIBUTES
Full Name : YASIN UMAR RAJAB
Date of Birth : 09.09.2004
Gender : Male
Nationality : Kenyan
Languages: English, Kiswahili
SKILLS
- Strong left leg
- Tackling
- Defensive midfielder
- Incisive passing
- Leadership qualities
- Mental toughness
- Tactical acumen
- Resilience
POSITION
Midfielder
PROFESSIONAL FOOTBALL PLAYER
YASIN UMAR RAJAB
PROFILE
Your modern day number 6 or number 8, a box to box all action midfielder with a great left foot, a keen eye for the pass and driving the ball forward. Yasin has represented the Kenya national team at the youth level at the U15, U17 & U20 level. He was playing his club football at Apollonia in Albania. A big talent and rated one of the biggest prospects out of Kenya’s leading youth academy, Yasin is ready for his next challenge
PLAYING EXPERIENCE
- Kenya U15, U17 and U20 Teams
- 2024/2025 Apolonia Fier
- Apolonia Fier 1st Division
- 2024/2025 Apolonia Fier Apolonia Fier Cup
- 2023/2024 Apolonia Fier Apolonia Fier 1st Division
- 2023/2024 Apolonia Fier Apolonia Fier
ACHIEVEMENTS
- Integral midfielder for Apolonia Fier, excelling in the Albanian First Division during his debut season.
- Took on a leadership role, recognized as a key player in the team’s advanced play.
- Successfully overcame a significant injury through dedicated rehabilitation, avoiding surgery.
- Gained recognition in Kenyan football, paving the way for an international career.
- Represents a trailblazer for Kenyan players excelling on the European stage.
CAREER OBJECTIVES
Yasin Umar Rajab is driven by a relentless ambition to maximize his potential both individually and collectively with his team. Currently
focused on giving his best for Apolonia Fier, Rajab is committed to contributing to the team’s success while continually refining his skills
and growing as a player. His ultimate dream aligns with that of many aspiring footballers: to take the next big step in his career and secure a place in one of Europe’s most prestigious and competitive leagues.
Rajab aspires to compete at the highest level, testing himself against world-class players and consistently challenging his limits.
