Halid Djankpata

Halid Djankpata is a footballer who plays as a midfielder for side Gubbio on loan from Spezia. Born in Togo, he represents Italy internationally at the youth level.

Early life

Djankpata was born in 2005 in Togo to Beninese parents from Bassila, Benin, before moving to Italy with his family in 2006.

Club career

As a youth player, Djankpata joined the youth academy of English Premier League side Everton after trialing with the youth academy of English side Manchester City.
On 30 August 2024, he signed a 3-years deal for Italian Serie B club Spezia.
On 26 August 2025, Djankpata was loaned by Serie C club Gubbio.

International career

Born in Togo, the midfielder received offers from both the Togo and Benin national teams, rejecting both in order to remain eligible for Italy. He received his first call-up to the Azzurri's Under-19 friendly with Austria on 14 February 2024.

Style of play

Djankpata mainly operates as a central midfielder.

Personal life

Djankpata is the son of Awaly Djankpata and Karamatou Gbadamassi.