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13 Facts About Ryan Tafazolli

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Ryan Sirous Tafazolli was born on 28 September 1991 and is an English professional footballer who currently plays as a centre back for Hong Kong Premier League club Lee Man, on loan from EFL League One club Wycombe Wanderers.

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Ryan Tafazolli is of Iranian descent and has dual nationality.

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Ryan Tafazolli went on to captain the successful under-18 youth team and the reserve team.

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Ryan Tafazolli's first taste of first-team football came after he joined Conference Premier team Salisbury City on a one-month loan starting October 2009, but his professional debut against York City on 10 October 2009 was a disaster, as he was sent off in the second half.

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Ryan Tafazolli subsequently joined Isthmian League Premier Division side Concord Rangers, where he had a brief spell.

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Ryan Tafazolli played six games for City, helping them reach the promotion playoffs.

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Ryan Tafazolli signed for Conference club Mansfield Town on 20 August 2012.

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Ryan Tafazolli soon suffered a knee injury that kept him out for a month.

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From that point on, Ryan Tafazolli established himself and joined up with various partners in defence.

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On 18 June 2014, Ryan Tafazolli accepted a new contract offered by the club.

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Ryan Tafazolli made 42 appearances and scored once in all competitions.

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On 6 June 2016, Ryan Tafazolli signed a three-year deal at League One club Peterborough United.

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On 18 July 2019, Ryan Tafazolli signed a two-year deal with Hull City.