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James Olayinka is a midfielder from England who plays for Derry City, wearing shirt number 28. This season he has made 2 appearances. Born in 2000, he stands 1.76 m tall.
Player information
Season statistics
Recent matches · last 1
Clubs and national teams · 1
The career of James Olayinka so far
James Olayinka's career began at Arsenal U21. He moved to Northampton Town in 2020, to Arsenal U21 in 2020 and then to Derry City in 2026, among 7 recorded transfers in total. He has won 4 trophies. He currently plays for Derry City.
Career history · 8 transfers
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2026
Waterford United Derry City
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2025
TBC Waterford United
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2024
Cheltenham Town –
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2022
Arsenal U21 Cheltenham Town
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2021
Southend United Arsenal U21
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2020
Arsenal U21 Southend United
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2020
Northampton Town Arsenal U21
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2020
Arsenal U21 Northampton Town
Frequently asked questions about James Olayinka
What team does James Olayinka play for?
James Olayinka plays for Derry City.
What position does James Olayinka play?
James Olayinka plays as a midfielder.
How old is James Olayinka?
James Olayinka is 25 years old, born on 5 October 2000.
How tall is James Olayinka?
James Olayinka is 1.76 m (5′9″) tall.
Where is James Olayinka from?
James Olayinka is from England.
Which teams has James Olayinka played for?
James Olayinka has played for Arsenal U21, Northampton Town, Southend United, Cheltenham Town, TBC, Waterford United and Derry City.
What shirt number does James Olayinka wear?
James Olayinka wears shirt number 28 for Derry City.
When did James Olayinka join Derry City?
James Olayinka joined Derry City from Waterford United on 1 January 2026.