Abu-Bekir Ömer El-Zein (born 18 February 2003) is a professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for 2. Bundesliga club 1. FC Magdeburg. Born in Germany, he has opted to play for Turkey internationally.
Career
Born in Essen, El-Zein played youth football for ESC Preussen 02, Schwarz-Weiß Essen and Borussia Dortmund, winning the Under 19 Bundesliga with the latter in 2022. He signed for 2. Bundesliga club SV Sandhausen in July 2022 after a trial period with the club. After 13 2. Bundesliga appearances during the 2022–23 season, El-Zein extended his Sandhausen contract until 2025 in summer 2023. After making 30 3. Liga appearances for Sandhausen during the 2023–24 season, his contract was terminated at the end of the season.
In July 2024, El-Zein signed for 2. Bundesliga club 1. FC Magdeburg following a successful trial period with the club.
International career
Born in Germany, El-Zein is of Turkish descent. On 8 November 2024, he was called up to the Türkiye U20s for Under 20 Elite League matches.
Career statistics
- As of end of 2023–24 season
References
External links
- Abu-Bekir El-Zein at Soccerway
