Biography
Who is Joseph Yobo?
Early life and career
Joseph Michael Yobo was born on September 6, 1980, in Kono, an Ogoni community located in the Khana Local Government Area of Rivers State, Nigeria. He left his home country in 1998 to begin his professional path with Standard Liège. After making his first team debut for the Belgian club in 2000, he appeared in 46 matches. Marseille purchased the defender in 2001. During this period, he also spent time on loan at the Spanish club C.D. Tenerife before returning to France.
Ten years at Everton
In July 2002, Joseph joined the English Premier League club Everton on a loan deal. David Moyes, the manager at the time, made him his first signing for the club. Everton paid a £1 million fee to register him. The club later made the move permanent in 2003 after settling a dispute with Marseille, paying an additional £4 million fee.
Later career and coaching
After leaving England, Joseph moved to Turkey to play for Fenerbahçe. He signed a one-year loan deal with the club on August 31, 2010. During this loan spell, he played 30 matches and helped the team win the league title. The club signed him to a permanent contract in 2012. He remained with Fenerbahçe until his contract ended by mutual agreement in 2014.
Personal life and charity
Joseph married Adaeze Igwe in 2010 following a short courtship. They held a private ceremony in Jos in December 2009. The couple welcomed a son named Joey Yobo in April 2010. He is the younger brother of Albert Yobo, who also played for the Nigerian national team.
Birthday and age
Joseph Yobo was born on September 6, 1980, which makes Joseph 46 years old today. That birthday falls under the Virgo sign. Joseph shares the date with 31 other famous people.
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