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FC Anyang succeeded in reinforcing its power by recruiting Swedish midfielder Rafael (27).
Anyang officially announced the recruitment of Raphael through a press release on the 27th.
Rafael said through Anyang, "I'm happy to join FC Anyang," adding, "I'll quickly understand the role the team wants and do my best on the field to contribute to achieving the team's goals."
Raphael, from Erebre, Sweden, grew up with the prestigious youth clubs Bragges IF and Sandvikens IF. After making his senior debut with Sandvikens IF in 2014, he moved to Bochum, Germany on loan to gain experience abroad, and steadily secured opportunities to play through IFK Bernamo.
Since 2019, he has experienced the Swedish first division at Kalmar FF, growing into an all-weather resource to and from defense and midfield. Since then, AFC Eskilstuna (2021-2022) has played in more than 50 games in two seasons, scoring eight goals, and has had a career high season. Recently, he played for Egypt's ZED FC through Erebre IF and experienced both European and African stages. Later, Rafael, who played for IK Odebold in Sweden's second division, confirmed his trip to Anyang at the end of the transfer market.
He also has national team experience. After going through the national team by age from Sweden U-16 to U-19, he chose Rwanda, his parents' nationality, and was selected for the A team. He made his A-match debut in the 2021 World Cup qualifiers against Uganda and has played in 10 official matches so far.
Raphael is a left-footed resource with a physique of 180 cm and 77 kg. The main position is a midfielder, but it is a multi-player who can play up to left wingers and fullbacks, and it is a great strength to be able to play various roles depending on team tactics.
Anyang is currently proceeding with the international transfer process for Raphael normally within the registration period. As soon as the administrative process is completed, the player registration will be completed.
Anyang, which was promoted to No. 1 in the K League 2 in the 2024 season, succeeded in staying in the K League 1 in eighth place last season. This season, he has recorded one win, two draws and two losses so far, staying in seventh place in the league.
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