Aji Alese

Ajibola Joshua Odunayo Afolarin Alese (born 17 January 2001) is an English professional footballer who plays as a central defender for Portsmouth, on loan for Premier League club Sunderland.

Club career West Ham United Alese began his career with West Ham United, turning professional in July 2018. He moved on loan to Accrington Stanley in September 2019.

Alese made his West Ham debut on 22 September 2020, playing the full 90 minutes of a 5–1 EFL Cup third round victory over Hull City.

On 1 February 2021, Alese moved on loan to Cambridge United. He made only two appearances during his loan as Cambridge won promotion to League One.

Sunderland On 15 July 2022, Alese signed a 3-year deal with Sunderland for an undisclosed fee.