Honest Ahanor (born 23 February 2008) is an Italian footballer who plays as a defender for Genoa.

Honest Ahanor
Personal information
Date of birth (2008-02-23) 23 February 2008 (age 16)
Place of birth Aversa, Italy
Height 1.84 m (6 ft 0 in)
Position(s) Defender
Team information
Current team
Genoa
Number 69
Youth career
Genoa
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
2024– Genoa 1 (0)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 28 September 2024

Life and career

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Ahanor was born on 23 February 2008 in Aversa, Italy. He is of Nigerian descent through his parents. He is eliigble to represent Nigeria internationally through his parents. He has regarded Italy international Paolo Maldini as his football idol.[1]

As a youth player, Ahanor joined the youth academy of Italian side Genoa. During the 2023/24 season, he played for the club's under-15, under-16, and under-17 teams.[2] He started his senior career with Italian Serie A side Genoa. On 9 August 2024, he first made the matchday squad for the club during a 1–0 win over Reggiana.

Style of play

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Ahanor mainly operates as a defender. He specifically operates as a left-back. He is left-footed. He is known for his versatility. He can also operate as a center-back, central midfielder, and winger. He is also known for his speed and strength.[3]

References

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  1. ^ "Un nuovo italiano per la difesa della Nazionale: ha 15 anni e sogna di incantare Mancini". sprintesport.it.
  2. ^ "Honest Ahanor: il difensore che vuole bruciare tutte le tappe". lagiovaneitalianews.it.
  3. ^ "Chi è Honest Ahanor, il nuovo arrivo della GR Sports". numero-diez.com.