Léonce Roméo Namgbema has completed a move from Red Star Bangui to Egyptian club Kahraba on a free transfer, sealing a switch that takes the Central African Republic defender abroad to the Egyptian Premier League. The deal was finalised on 2026-02-03, with the 22‑year‑old centre-back arriving in Egypt after leaving the Central African side without a fee.
Namgbema joins Kahraba with a current market value of €50k, according to the latest assessment, and signs a contract that runs until 2026-02-03. The move marks a significant step up in profile for the left-footed defender, who now has the opportunity to establish himself in one of North Africa’s most competitive leagues after developing in his home country’s domestic scene.
The transfer sees him leave Red Star Bangui, listed as Red Star de Bangui in his player records, and link up with Kahraba Ismailia, who compete in the Egyptian Premier League. His national team and club records both reference Kahraba Ismailia, underlining the formalisation of his status with the Egyptian side. Having spent his formative years at Red Star Bangui in the Central African Republic, this is his first confirmed move abroad.
At 1.85m tall and operating primarily as a centre-back, Namgbema’s profile fits Kahraba’s need for a physically strong, left-footed defender capable of anchoring the back line. He is registered as a specialist in the central defensive role, rather than as a utility defender, which suggests Kahraba view him as a direct reinforcement in the heart of their defence rather than wide or rotational cover.
Born on 23 Apr 2003, Namgbema is still in the early stages of his professional career, and his modest but notable €50k valuation reflects both his potential and his limited experience outside the Central African Republic. His move from a club in a non‑listed league structure (recorded as “N/A” for the competition) to an established top-flight competition in Egypt underlines the scale of the jump he is making.
The transfer also puts him in the shop window regionally. With Kahraba now his current club, strong performances in the Egyptian Premier League could both raise his market value and position him for future moves or contract renewals, depending on how his deal evolves as it approaches its 2026-02-03 expiry.
For the Central African Republic, having a young, left-footed centre-back contracted to a Premier League club in Egypt is a notable development, even if the available data does not yet list international statistics or appearances. His progress at Kahraba will likely shape perceptions of his potential at national-team level and determine whether he becomes one of the more prominent exports from his country’s league system.
With the move confirmed, Namgbema now faces the challenge of adapting to a new football culture and a higher competitive standard. If he settles quickly and secures regular minutes in the Egyptian Premier League, this transfer could prove the foundation for a reputation-building spell abroad and a platform for further opportunities once his current contract reaches its end on 2026-02-03.
