Chamou Karaboue: Ivorian defender joins Al-Talaba SC from Tabora United

Ivorian centre-back Chamou Karaboue has joined Iraqi side Al-Talaba SC from Tanzanian club Tabora United. The 26-year-old defender moves to the Iraq Stars League as part of the clubs summer rebuild ahead of the 2026-27 campaign.

Karaboue, who is primarily a central defender, arrives in Baghdad after a short spell with Tabora United in Tanzania, having switched there earlier in 2026. His latest move continues a rapid rise that has seen him experience three clubs in three different countries over the past two years.

Before his time at Tabora United, Karaboue played for Tanzanian giants Simba SC, joining them in 2024 from Racing Club Abidjan in his homeland. His progression from domestic Ivorian football to one of East Africas most prominent teams and now into the Iraqi top flight highlights a career built on steady upward steps through increasingly competitive environments.

The transfer strengthens Al-Talabas defensive options as they prepare for the new season in the Iraq Stars League. Karaboues age profile offers the club a player with several years of senior experience while still in his mid-20s.

Karaboues move from Tabora United to Al-Talaba SC is a completed transfer ahead of the 2026-27 season.