Joël Sami

Andre-Joël Sami is a former professional footballer who played as a centre-back. Born in France, he made five appearances for the DR Congo national team.

career

Sami was born in Montfermeil, Seine-Saint-Denis.
He was on trial at Leeds United during the 2003–04 pre-season and even appeared on the team photo. However, he did not sign for them and went on to have a trial with Bolton Wanderers on the recommendation of then Leeds United manager Peter Reid.
He made his first cap for the DR Congo national team against Algeria on 26 March 2008.