Imran Memet

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Imran Memet (Chinese: 依木兰·买买提; born May 3, 2005) is a Chinese professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for Shandong Taishan B in China League Two, the third tier of Chinese football. He is also a member of the China U20 national team.^[1][2]

Imran Memet

Personal information
Full name	Imran Memet
Date of birth	(2005-05-03) 3 May 2005 (age 20)
Place of birth	Xinjiang, China
Height	1.82 m (6 ft 0 in)
Position	Defensive Midfielder
Team information
Current team	Shandong Taishan B
Youth career
	Shandong Luneng Taishan Football School
Senior career*
Years	Team	Apps	(Gls)
2024–	Shandong Taishan B	11	(0)
International career‡
2024–2025	China U20	8	(0)
* Club domestic league appearances and goals as of 30 April 2024 ‡ National team caps and goals as of 30 April 2024

Early life

Imran Memet was born on May 3, 2005, in China. He began his football career at the youth academy of Shandong Taishan, one of the most successful football clubs in China. His talent was recognized early, and he was promoted to Shandong Taishan B in China League Two, the reserve team, in February 2024, where he signed a contract until March 31, 2026.

Club and International Career

Imran Memet joined Shandong Taishan B on February 1, 2024, signing a contract that runs until March 31, 2026. He primarily plays as a defensive midfielder but is also capable of operating in central midfield. In his debut season, he made 11 appearances for the team, showcasing his defensive skills and ability to control the midfield.^[3]

Imran Memet has represented China at the youth level, being part of the China U20 national team. He has participated in several international tournaments, including the AFC U-20 Asian Cup.^[4]