Hindolo Mustapha

Born on July 29, 2006, Hindolo Thomas Eric Mustapha is a Sierra Leonean professional footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder for German 2. Bundesliga club 1. FC Nürnberg, on loan from Premier League club Crystal Palace. 

Early life and Career: Mustapha was born in England. He joined the youth academy of Crystal Palace at the age of nine. He consistently played above his age group and progressed through the club’s academy ranks.

Breakthrough: and professional career In January 2024, Mustapha signed his first professional contract with Crystal Palace. The following season (2024-2025) was a breakout year for him, as he recorded 11 goals and 7 assists in 29 appearances for the U21 team, earning the Crystal Palace Under-21s’ Player of the Season award and a nomination for the Premier League 2 Player of the Season award. On August 26, 2025, he signed a new contract with Crystal Palace, extending his stay until 2028, and then joined 1. FC Nürnberg on a season-long loan.

International career: Despite being born in England, Mustapha represents Sierra Leone internationally. He received his first call-up to the Sierra Leone senior national team in September 2024 and made his debut in a 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Chad. In his second appearance for Sierra Leone, he scored his first international goal against Zambia. As of October 11, 2024, he has made 3 international appearances and scored 1 goal.

Playing style: Mustapha is described as an attacking midfielder known for dictating the tempo and making surging runs. He possesses excellent technical ability, ball control, and passing abilities. He is also noted for his speed and strong shots.

Net Worth and Salary: Hindolo Mustapha has an estimated net worth of $50,000. While he is a promising young player who has earned accolades like the Crystal Palace Under-21s’ Player of the Season award and a nomination for the Premier League 2 Player of the Season award, salaries for players at this stage of their careers are typically not made public. His current earnings would likely reflect his status as a developing professional player with a loan move to a 2. Bundesliga club.