The transfer window may have only recently opened, but with the new football season fast approaching already, them good ol' transfer stories just keep on coming.
Oh yes! And it's Accra Hearts of Oak who are closing in on their first signing of the window. Phobians are on the verge of completing the signing of Fauve Azur Elite FC forward Junior Kaaba.
Ghanasoccernet.com report that the 23-year-old has agreed a deal in principle to join the Phobians for the season ahead and is expected to land in Ghana to undergo his medical in the coming days.
Now, unless you enjoy your weekly dose of Cameroonian football, you my not know too much about the talented forward. But fear not, because we at kickgh.com have you covered. Here's everything you need to know about Kaaba...
His Stats Already Make For Pretty Good Reading
Well, we just simply couldn't start anywhere else, could we?
Junior Kaaba ended the season with 11 goals 5 assists in 20 games for his side. The stats looks good especially in an average team like Fauve Azur, who finished 10th out of 13 clubs in the Group A of the league, this is commendable. His goalscoring exploits helped to alleviate any lingering relegation fears fans of Fauve Azur had.
National Team Recognition
His impressive stats for his side didn't go unnoticed as Rigobert Song handed him an invite into Cameroon's CHAN team who have been in camp since May.
Comparisons to Romelu Lukaku
Whether it's Isaac Oppong being labelled the next Neymar Jr, or Salim Adams being the next Paul Pogba, the footballing world loves a needless comparison.
Well, we have another.
Kaaba's pace, skill, direct running and finishing ability have seen him likened to none other than Romelu Lukaku. Equally, the Cameroonian's style of plays also means he is capable of operating anywhere across the front line - something the Belgian star was very capable of in the earlier parts of his career.
As a fearless attacker, Kaaba constantly looks to commit his man and this is exactly what he specialises in. He is always playing with his head up, knowing when to pass and when to run. Kaaba thrives in one-on-one situations, with defenders often left embarrassed as he darts away from them.
This sounds rather familiar, doesn't it?
Indeed, Lukaku - especially in his first spell with Inter Milan- had similar characteristics and a similar playing style. But let's be honest, the new Inter forward is up there with the very best of the sport and it wouldn't be fair on either player to compare them at this moment in time.
But He Idolises Samuel Eto'o
Kaaba himself, however, admitted that comparisons to Lukaku are slightly off, even if his style of play is reminiscent of his. Instead, Kaaba singled out compatriot and Cameroon legend Samuel Eto'o as his idol, adding: "Eto'o was magical."
Playing Style
Standing at 182cm, Kaaba is a tall and powerful striker, making him a nightmare to go up against. The Cameroonian also knows his best attributes and knows how to utilise his height and strength to win aerial duels and hold the ball up for his teammates.
He is equally capable of producing a moment of magic as he is ruthlessly lashing home in front of goal, Kaaba is a more complete striker than he was even six months ago.
He isn't perfect, not by any means, but he is continuing to improve rapidly. His height, agility, finishing and strength have been key to his fine form this season.
He was been tracked by Al Hilal Omdurman
For a player of Kaaba's quality and potential, it doesn't really come as much of a surprise to hear that pretty much most top clubs on the continent linked with him.
And even Hearts are likely to secure his signature, Sudanese giants Al Hilal Omdurman were seemingly close to finalising a deal for Kaaba as reported by ghanasoccernet.com
He Is Known As The Bull Of Mbam
Kaaba was born in Bafia in the region of Mbam. The region is renowned for having physically strong men.
Kaaba is affectionately known as 'Le taureau du Mbam' which literllay means 'The bull of Mbam.'
