Deji Sotona

Nice After a phone call with Patrick Vieira, who was managing Nice at the time, Sotona decided to join the French side at the expiration of his contract with Manchester United. Vieira had promised first-team football, but after he was sacked in December 2020, new manager Adrian Ursea assigned Sotona to the reserves. On 9 August 2022, Sotona signed for Scottish club Kilmarnock on a season-long loan. He returned to Nice in January 2023.

Burnley On 30 January 2023, Sotona moved to Burnley, playing for their academy squad until the end of the season.

Doncaster Rovers On 14 July 2023, Sotona moved to Doncaster Rovers on a free transfer following his release from Burnley.

On 24 November 2023, he joined National League North club Boston United on loan until 13 January 2024. Following the expiration of the previous agreement, his loan was extended until the end of the season. He was part of the Boston Utd squad that gained promotion to the National League via the play offs.

Following the completion of the season, Sotona returned to Doncaster where he was placed on the transfer list.

Eastleigh On 25 June 2024, Sotona joined National League side Eastleigh for an undisclosed fee. On 10 August 2024, his debut for the Spitfires, he suffered an Anterior cruciate ligament injury that was expected to rule him out for the remainder of the season. He departed the club upon the expiration of his contract at the end of the 2024–25 season.

Return to Boston United On 28 November 2025, Sotona returned to National League club Boston United on a short-term deal. On 19 December 2025, he joined Northern Premier League Division One West club Witton Albion on dual-registration, linking up with his brother Damola who already played for the club.

King's Lynn Town On 17 March 2025, Sotona joined National League North club King's Lynn Town. He made three substitute appearances before the end of the season, before being released by the club.

International career Sotona is eligible to represent the Republic of Ireland, Nigeria and England at international level.

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