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Name: Akanji Farouk
Age: 16
Nationality: Nigerian
Current Club: FC Peridot Academy, Ibadan
Preferred Foot: Right
Positions: Centre back 

Akanji Farouk is a dynamic and versatile center-back known for his ball-playing ability, leadership, communication skills, composure, tackling, and intercepting ability. He is a naturally right-footed player. At just 16, he possesses great physical strength and marking skills, with ability to read the game exceptionally well to cut off passes before they become a threat.
Farouk currently plays for FC Peridot Academy in Ibadan, Nigeria, a development-focused academy with a track record of nurturing talents for professional trials and international opportunities.

PAST EXPERIENCE
Shooting Stars (3SC) Team B – 2022/2023 Season
• Gained technical and mental qualities of a playmaker under competitive local league structure.

PLAYER ATTRIBUTES
• Excellent tackling and intercepting ability.
• Possess great physical strength and marking skills.
• Excellent positioning and awareness.
• Dominant in the air, using his height and timing to clear crosses and score from set pieces.
• Good ball-playing ability and communicating skills
• Great composure

AVAILABILITY
Farouk is available for trial invitations, development contracts, or youth professional signings. He is match-fit, holds valid identification, and is mentally and physically ready for international opportunities.