New York Revolution have completed the signing of midfielder Alhassan Yusuf from Royal Antwerp for a fee of €2.3 million.
New York Revolution Sign Alhassan Yusuf
Yusuf becomes New York Revolution’s 4th signing this summer, having already secured the services of Luca Langoni, Will Sands, and Tim Parker.
The Nigerian international has signed a deal with the Major League Soccer side, which runs until 2027, with a club option for the 2028 season.
The Revs confirmed the signing of Alhassan Yusuf via a statement shared on their website which read:
“The New England Revolution have acquired Nigerian central midfielder Alhassan Yusuf (pronounced ALL-hass-SAHN YOO-suff) from Belgian club Royal Antwerp FC for an undisclosed fee and signed the 24-year-old using the season ending injury replacement mechanism.”
Yusuf joined Royal Antwerp from Swedish side IFK Göteborg in July 2021, for a fee of €1 million.
Alhassan Yusuf made 116 appearances for Royal Antwerp, scoring 4 goals and providing 7 assists across all competitions.
New England Revolution currently occupy the bottom position in the Eastern Conference (15), having amassed just 23 points from 23 matches.
They will be hoping that the additions made this summer can help improve their form in the ongoing 2024/25 season.
The Revs will be banking on Yusuf to assist in offering them stability and solidity in the midfield department.
Who Is Alhassan Yusuf?
Yusuf is a Nigerian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for New England Revolution and the Nigeria national team.
Alhassan Yusuf’s Personal Information?
Alhassan Yusuf was born on July 20, 2000, in Kano, Nigeria, and there is no information available regarding his family.
Yusuf Market Value And Net Worth?
Alhassan Yusuf’s market value is €5 million according to Transfermkt, while his net worth is estimated to be between the region of €250,000 – €600,000.
Alhassan Yusuf’s Career Stats?
He has made 193 club appearances thus far in his career, scoring 6 goals and providing 16 assists in all competitions.
Internationally, Alhassan Yusuf has made 6 appearances for Nigeria, scoring no goal and providing no assists.
His Position?
Alhassan Yusuf plays primarily in the central midfield position, but he can also function in the defensive midfield department.
Clubs He Has Played For In His Career?
The Nigerian has represented just 3 clubs in his career, namely; IFK Göteborg, Royal Antwerp, and currently New England Revolution.
Yusuf’s Achievements?
Yusuf has won 3 league titles thus far in his career, namely; 1 Belgian league title, 1 Belgian Cup, and 1 Belgian Super Cup.
Individually, Alhassan Yusuf was honored as a Member of the Order of the Niger, one of Nigeria’s highest honors, after the country’s outing at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.
New England Revolution
The Revs return to action next Sunday, August 25, 2024, when they host CF Montreal in a Major League Soccer affair.
Yusuf is expected to make his debut in their upcoming game and it will be fascinating to see how he performs at the franchise.
On Saturday, August 10, 2024, New York Revolution were dumped out of the Leagues Cup, after losing 6-7 on penalties to New York City FC in the Round of 32, following a 1-1 draw in normal time.
