Abu Kamara (footballer, born 2003)

Abu Bakarr Kamara (born 21 July 2003) is an English professional footballer who plays as a striker for EFL League One club Portsmouth, on loan from 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
 Portsmouth
(on loan from Norwich City)
Number 25
Youth career
2013–2023 Norwich City
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
2023– Norwich City 3 (0)
2023– → Portsmouth (loan) 14 (1)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:03, 24 October 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]

On 19 July 2023, Kamara joined EFL League One side Portsmouth on a season-long loan.[5][6]

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.[7] He has been described as a "willing runner" who helps out the team and "attempts to score all the chances given to him".[7]

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. "Kamara Signs On Loan". Portsmouth FC. 19 July 2023. Retrieved 21 July 2023.
  6. "Portsmouth sign Norwich forward Kamara on loan". BBC Sport. 19 July 2023. Retrieved 21 July 2023.
  7. "Getting to know: Abu Kamara". Norwich City.
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