David Kasumu facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | David Ayomide Kolade Kasumu | ||
| Date of birth | 5 October 1999 | ||
| Place of birth | Lambeth, England | ||
| Height | 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) | ||
| Position(s) | Central midfielder | ||
| Team information | |||
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Current team
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Huddersfield Town | ||
| Number | 18 | ||
| Youth career | |||
| 2013–2017 | Milton Keynes Dons | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2017–2022 | Milton Keynes Dons | 69 | (1) |
| 2022– | Huddersfield Town | 96 | (4) |
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 5 May 2025 (UTC) | |||
David Ayomide Kolade Kasumu, born on October 5, 1999, is an English professional footballer. He plays as a central midfielder for the Championship club Huddersfield Town.
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David Kasumu's Football Journey
Starting at Milton Keynes Dons
David Kasumu began his football career by joining the Milton Keynes Dons' academy in 2013. He worked his way up through different age groups, showing great promise.
He made his first professional appearance for the club on August 9, 2016. This was in an EFL Cup match against Newport County, which his team won 3–2. In December 2017, David signed his first professional contract, which was a big step in his career.
On August 13, 2019, David scored his very first goal for Milton Keynes Dons. This exciting moment happened during an EFL Cup game against AFC Wimbledon. He continued to play for the club until the end of the 2021–22 season. After that, he decided it was time for a new challenge and left the club.
Moving to Huddersfield Town
On July 6, 2022, David Kasumu joined EFL Championship club Huddersfield Town. He signed a three-year contract, ready to start a new chapter in his football journey.
Playing for His Country
In July 2015, David Kasumu had the honor of being called up to the Nigeria U15 national team. He took part in a training camp in Abuja, which is a great experience for any young player.
Career Highlights and Achievements
David Kasumu has played many games in his career. For Milton Keynes Dons, he played 69 league games and scored 1 goal. He also played in cup matches, bringing his total appearances for the club to 93, with 2 goals scored.
Since joining Huddersfield Town, he has played 81 league games and scored 4 goals. Including cup games, he has made 86 appearances for Huddersfield Town, scoring 4 goals.
Awards and Recognition
- Milton Keynes Dons Academy Player of the Year: 2017–18
