Akim Orinel

Mickaël Akim Orinel is a French professional footballer who plays as a midfielder.

Career

Born in Arles and of Algerian descent, Orinel began his career in the youth ranks of Saint-Étienne. In 2006, he left the club and joined CFA side Orléans. After two seasons at the club, he signed with another CFA side, Fréjus Saint-Raphaël. He spent three seasons at the club, including winning promotion to the Championnat National.
On 5 May 2011, Orinel signed a two-year contract with Ligue 2 side Châteauroux.