About Jili Buyabu
Born 2001. Jili Buyabu is a British association football player.
Jili Buyabu (born 9 August 2003) is an English professional footballer who plays as a left-back or left wing-back for club Rotherham United, on loan from club Sheffield United.
Career Buyabu began his career with Hornchurch in the Isthmian League in September 2021. In December 2022, he started training with their senior side. He made his professional debut with Sheffield United as a substitute in a 2–1 win over Birmingham City on 8 May 2023.
He was loaned to Scottish Premiership club Motherwell on 1 February 2024. On 21 February 2024, Buyabu returned to his parent club Sheffield United from Motherwell for personal reasons.
On 12 October 2024, Buyabu joined National League side Rochdale on an initial one-month loan deal. On 7 November 2024, this was extended until the end of January 2025 and on 1 February, extended until the end of the season.
On 14 August 2025, Buyabu returned on loan to the National League, this time joining Forest Green Rovers on a season-long loan deal.
On 28 July 2026, Buyabu joined League Two club Rotherham United on a season-long loan for the 2026–27 season.
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Who is Jili Buyabu?
English association football player
When was Jili Buyabu born?
Jili Buyabu was born on 9 August 2001.
What is Jili Buyabu's occupation?
Jili Buyabu is an association football player.
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Jili Buyabu is British.
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