Nohan Kenneh (born 10 January 2003) is a Liberian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for club Shrewsbury Town, on loan from club Hibernian, and the Liberia national team. He is a former England youth international.
Early and personal life
Kenneh was born in Liberia, moving to the United Kingdom as a refugee at the age of six.
Club career
After playing for Bradford City and York City, Kenneh spent eight years with Leeds United, and was an unused first-team substitute on a number of occasions. He received a yellow card for his celebrations as an unused substitute in a Premier League match against Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Kenneh signed for Scottish club Hibernian in May 2022 on a three-year contract, with effect from 1 July. On 9 July 2022, he debuted for Hibernian during a 5–0 win over Clyde. On 13 August 2022, he scored his first professional goal in Hibernian's 2–1 loss away at Livingston in the Scottish Premiership.
Kenneh was loaned to Ross County in January 2023, and to English club Shrewsbury Town in July 2023.
International career
Kenneh represented England at under-16 and under-17 youth international levels. He was called-up by his native country Liberia in March 2023, and made his first full international appearance in a 2–2 draw with South Africa on 24 March.
Style of play
Kenneh prefers to play as a holding midfielder, but he can also play in central defence.