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Alfred Benjamin Junior Gomis, known as a remarkable talent in football, is a Senegalese professional goalkeeper who currently plays for Serie B club Palermo and the Senegal national team. With a career spanning several clubs and international appearances, Gomis has made significant contributions to his teams and achieved notable success, including being a part of the victorious Senegal team at the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations.

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Early Years

Born on September 5, 1993, in Ziguinchor, Senegal, Alfred Gomis moved to Cuneo, Italy, with his family shortly after his birth. He comes from a family with a strong football background, having two brothers, Lys and Maurice, who are also footballers. His dual citizenship of Italy and Senegal stems from his upbringing in Italy and his Bissau-Guinean ancestry through his maternal family.

Youth Career

Gomis began his football journey in the youth system of Torino FC. During his time with Torino's youth teams, he honed his goalkeeping skills and developed a reputation for his agility and shot-stopping abilities.

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Club Career

Alfred Gomis's club career commenced with Torino FC, where he grew within their youth ranks. On July 3, 2013, he was loaned to Crotone in Serie B, marking his debut on September 14, against Spezia, keeping the team's goalpost safe across 39 appearances that season. Following his return to Torino, he was temporarily involved in the Europa League preliminaries before another loan move on August 11, 2014, to Avellino, where he impressed by maintaining a clean sheet on his debut in the Coppa Italia. The 2014-2015 season saw Gomis parry a crucial penalty against Perugia, playing 31 matches that season and earning a top spot in Serie B's goalkeeper rankings.\nGomis's journey continued with a loan to Cesena on July 30, 2015, and then to Bologna as a cover for an injured teammate in 2016. Despite his own injury setbacks at Bologna, he debuted in Coppa Italia. Following a brief recall to Torino, he joined SPAL on loan on July 8, 2017, with an obligation to buy, which was finalized on June 20, 2018.\nIn search of more challenges, Gomis transferred to Dijon FCO on August 20, 2019, and impressed under a four-year contract. September 29, 2020, marked another key transfer to Rennes in Ligue 1, stepping into the shoes of Édouard Mendy. Gomis also had a loan stint with Como in January 2023, before signing for Palermo on July 6, 2024.

National Team Career

Youth National Teams

Gomis represented Italy at the youth level in the under-20s under Luigi Di Biagio in 2013 without making appearances. He later played for the under-21 Serie B representative team, demonstrating his skills in friendly matches.

Senior National Team

Transitioning to the Senegal national team, Gomis debuted on November 14, 2017, aiding his team to a 2-1 victory over South Africa. Integral to the squad, he earned a spot in the 23-man Senegal roster for the 2018 FIFA World Cup. His notable contribution was further cemented with the team's success at the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations.

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Player Characteristics

Alfred Gomis is recognized for his excellence as a goalkeeper, emphasizing quick reflexes and strong shot-blocking. Standing tall, his physical presence bolsters his aerial capability and command over the penalty area. Gomis's understanding of match dynamics and positioning allows him to perform effectively in various match situations.

Performance Statistics

Detailed statistics from the provided source weren't available. All performance stats should be current as of May 19, 2023.

Records

No specific personal or team records were highlighted within the provided source.

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Achievements

Team Achievements

Africa Cup of Nations: Champion (2021)
Africa Cup of Nations: Runner-up (2019)

Individual Achievements

Honored as Grand Officer of the National Order of the Lion in 2022 for his contributions to Senegalese football.

Awards and Recognition

In recognition of his efforts and contributions to Senegal's sporting success, Alfred Gomis was bestowed with the Grand Officer of the National Order of the Lion by Senegal’s President, Macky Sall, following the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations triumph.

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Career Overview

Alfred Gomis has left a notable mark on the clubs he’s been part of and on the international stage with Senegal, contributing significantly to their 2021 Africa Cup of Nations victory. His international cap for Senegal reflects his commitment and skill in goalkeeping.

Off the Field

The given source does not elaborate on his commercial, charity, or public image activities.

Personal Life

Information regarding Alfred Gomis's personal life, family, interests, or off-field activities is not detailed in the provided source.

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Alfred Gomis: Career