Nelson Khumbeni Explained

Nelson Khumbeni
Fullname:Nelson Wilfred Khumbeni
Birth Date:14 October 2002
Position:Midfielder
Currentclub:Accrington Stanley
(on loan from Bolton Wanderers)
Youthyears1:2011–2021
Youthclubs1:Norwich City
Years1:2021–2022
Clubs1:Norwich City
Caps1:0
Goals1:0
Years2:2022–
Clubs2:Bolton Wanderers
Caps2:0
Goals2:0
Years3:2023
Clubs3:AFC Fylde (loan)
Caps3:8
Goals3:0
Years4:2024
Clubs4:Morecambe (loan)
Caps4:18
Goals4:1
Years5:2024–
Clubs5:Accrington Stanley (loan)
Caps5:0
Goals5:0
Club-Update:12:30, 23 April 2024 (UTC)

Nelson Wilfred Khumbeni (born 14 October 2002) is a Malawian footballer who plays as a midfielder for club Bolton Wanderers.

Career

Khumbeni came through the Norwich City Academy, joining at U9 level. He signed his first professional contract with Norwich City on 7 July 2021, penning a one-year deal.[1] Upon the expiration of his deal, he joined Bolton Wanderers on 16 June 2022, linking up with the newly formed 'B' team.[2]

Khumbeni made his Bolton debut on 9 August 2022 in a 5–1 victory against Salford City in the EFL Cup, coming on in the 83rd minute as a substitute for MJ Williams.[3] On 25 May 2023, he signed a new two-year deal with the option of a further year after captaining the B Team for the season.[4]

In October 2023, Khumbeni joined National League club AFC Fylde on a 28-day loan deal.[5]

On 31 January 2024, Khumbeni joined EFL League Two club Morecambe on loan until the end of the season.[6] On 22 May, Bolton confirmed that they had activated an option to extend his contract with the club.[7]

On 16 August 2024, Khumbemi joined EFL League Two club Accrington Stanley on loan.[8]

Personal life

Born in Malawi, Khumbeni moved to England at a young age.[9]

Career statistics

Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
ClubSeasonLeagueFA CupLeague CupOtherTotal
DivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoals
Norwich City U-23s2019–201010
2020–212020
Total3030
Bolton Wanderers2022–23League One0000100010
2023–240000001111
Total0000101121
AFC Fylde (loan)2023–24National League801090
Morecambe (loan)2023–24League Two181181
Career total261101041322

Notes and References

  1. Web site: 2021-07-07 . Eight youngsters handed professional deals at City . 2021-07-07 . pinkun.com . en-GB.
  2. Web site: 'B' Team Duo Check In . bwfc.co.uk . 16 June 2022 . en . 16 June 2022.
  3. Web site: Report: Wanderers 5 – 1 Salford City . bbc.co.uk/sport . 10 August 2022 . en . 10 August 2022.
  4. Web site: B Team Announce Retained List . Bolton Wanderers FC . 25 May 2023.
  5. Web site: Coasters sign Bolton Duo Max Conway & Nelson Khumbeni On Loan. afcfylde.co.uk. 7 October 2023. 10 October 2023.
  6. Web site: Nelson joins Morecambe on loan . Morecambe FC . 1 February 2024.
  7. Web site: 22 May 2024 . RETAINED LIST CONFIRMED . 22 May 2024 . bwfc.co.uk.
  8. Web site: 22 May 2024 . SIGNING: Nelson joins on loan . 16 August 2024 . accringtonstanley.co.uk.
  9. Web site: Who are the contenders to be Norwich City's next FA Youth Cup star?. 11 December 2019. Eastern Daily Press.