Abu Kamara (footballer, born 2003)

Abu Bakarr Kamara (born 21 July 2003) is an English professional footballer who plays as a striker for EFL Championship club Norwich City.

Abu Kamara
Personal information
Full name Abu Bakarr Kamara[1]
Date of birth (2003-07-21) 21 July 2003
Place of birth London, England
Height 1.83 m (6 ft 0 in)
Position(s) Striker
Team information
Current team
 Norwich City
Number 47
Youth career
2013–2023 Norwich City
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
2023– Norwich City 3 (0)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17:03, 8 May 2023 (UTC)

Club career

Kamara joined the youth academy of Norwich City at the age of ten, and worked his way up their youth categories.[2] In January 2021, he signed his first professional contract with the club until 2023; in October of the same year, he extended his deal until 2025.[3]

On 1 April 2023, Kamara made his professional debut for Norwich, coming on as a substitute for Teemu Pukki in the 70th minute of a 1–0 Championship defeat to Sheffield United.[2][4]

Style of play

Kamara started playing in Norwich City's academy as a winger, moving to left-back, then attacking midfielder, before finally settling as a striker.[5] He has been described as a "willing runner" who helps out the team and "attempts to score all the chances given to him".[5]

Personal life

Born in England, Kamara is of Sierra Leonean descent.[2]

References
  1. "Premier League clubs publish 2019/20 retained lists". The Premier League. 26 June 2020. Retrieved 2 April 2023.
  2. "Bittersweet Norwich City debut for Abu Kamara". 2 April 2023.
  3. "New City deal for prolific striker". The Pink Un.
  4. "Norwich City 0-1 Sheffield United: James McAtee scores winner as Blades bolster promotion hopes". Sky Sports. 1 April 2023. Retrieved 2 April 2023.
  5. "Getting to know: Abu Kamara". Norwich City.
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