Wessam Abou Ali, born on the 4th of January 1999 in Denmark, is currently playing as a forward for Columbus Crew in the States. Standing at an imposing 6ft 1in (1.86m) and tipping the scales at 12st 3lb (78kg), his physicality is one dimension of his game that sometimes goes underrated. The number 9 jersey he sports is representative of his typical role on the pitch--the main striker.
The respective value that Abou Ali brings to his team is substantial, with his current market value estimated at about £5m, as relayed by Transfermarkt.
Abou Ali began turning heads during his tenure with Aalborg BK in his home country, despite a slow start. His debut season of 2017/2018 saw him allowed a solitary first team appearance. Improvement was noted in the following 2018/2019 season as he earned a spot 16 times and even managed to bag a goal. The subsequent 2019/2020 season however, seemed to be a step backward with only two appearances.
Seeking first-team opportunities, Abou Ali found himself at Silkeborg still in Denmark, for the 2021/2022 season. He found himself on the pitch thrice that season. Ali then moved on to IK Sirius in Sweden for 2023, where he managed to greatly improve his record with 16 appearances and ten goals clinking into the back of the net.
His journey ultimately led him across the pond to the States, where in the 2025 season with Columbus Crew, he has achieved five first team appearances and banged in three goals. His impact in the MLS has already been felt, with three goals to his name in four starts and one appearance off the bench.
