Edmond Tapsoba
Bayer 04 Leverkusen/D/
Burkina FasoPlayer Info
Edmond Tapsoba is a world-class central defender for Bayer 04 Leverkusen and a pillar of the Burkina Faso national team. At just 27, the 194 cm tall colossus has already established himself as one of the most complete defenders in European football, with a market value reflecting his elite status. His career skyrocketed after a move from Vitória de Guimarães to Leverkusen, where his blend of immense physical strength, exceptional ball-playing ability, and recovery speed has been fundamental to his team's success. A key part of Leverkusen's historic Bundesliga title-winning side, Tapsoba's honors include domestic glory and individual recognition in league Team of the Season selections. Known for his calm demeanor and precise long passes, he is not just a defensive stopper but a modern defender who initiates attacks, making him one of Africa's finest footballing exports.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2020/01/30
Vitoria Guimaraes
Bayer 04 Leverkusen20200000€
Transfer
2019/06/30
Vitoria Guimaraes BVitoria GuimaraesSigned
2018/01/30
Leixoes U19Vitoria Guimaraes BSigned
2017/06/30
Salitas Football SchoolLeixoes U19Signed
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
Rating
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Statistics
Bayer 04 Leverkusen
UEFA UCL2025-2026
Matches
Games Played
8
Games Started
7
Minutes Per Game
631
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
0
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
3
Accurate Passes Per Game
431
Key Passes Per Game
1
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
30
Accurate Crosses Per Game
0
Success Dribbles Per Game
1
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
9
Interceptions Per Game
5
Clearances Per Game
37
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
3
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
7
Be Fouled Per Game
4