Youssouf Mulumbu

Youssouf Mulumbu, born on January twenty-fifth, nineteen eighty-seven, in Kinshasa, Zaire, is a talented Congolese professional footballer currently playing as a midfielder for Championnat National club Orléans. His football journey began at the prestigious Paris Saint-Germain youth academy, where he honed his skills before making his debut for the PSG B team in two thousand four.

In two thousand six, Mulumbu was promoted to the first team of Paris Saint-Germain. His career took a significant turn as he embarked on loan spells with Amiens and West Bromwich Albion, where he eventually signed a permanent deal. His time at West Brom was marked by notable achievements, including being awarded the club's player of the year in two thousand eleven.

In two thousand fifteen, he joined the newly-promoted Premier League side Norwich City, further expanding his experience in top-flight football. Between two thousand seventeen and two thousand twenty-one, Mulumbu showcased his talent in Scotland, playing for Celtic and Kilmarnock. After a brief return to Congo to play for Saint-Éloi Lupopo, he signed with French team US Orleans in two thousand twenty-three.

Despite being born in Zaire, Mulumbu grew up in France and represented the French national team at various youth levels. He made his international debut in two thousand eight at the age of twenty-one but withdrew from the national team in two thousand nine due to concerns over professionalism. He made a comeback in two thousand twelve and played a crucial role in helping the team secure third place in the two thousand fifteen Africa Cup of Nations.