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Aapo Ilmari Halme is a Finnish professional footballer known for his defensive abilities on the pitch. Born on May 22, 1998, in Helsinki, Finland, Halme has established himself as a versatile player who is adept at playing as a centre-back as well as a defensive midfielder. With an impressive height that has been recorded at around 193 to 196 centimeters, he stands as a significant presence in any defensive lineup.

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Halme's affection for football blossomed early in his native Finland, where he joined local side Honka before moving through the ranks at Klubi-04 and the renowned HJK Helsinki. His formative years at these clubs laid a solid foundation for his professional career, honing his skills and understanding of the game.

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Aapo Halme made a significant leap in his career by signing a four-year contract with English side Leeds United in January 2018. His debut in the Championship came against Bristol City, and he netted his first goal for the club in an FA Cup tie with Queens Park Rangers in early 2019. Halme's stay at Leeds ended when he signed for Barnsley in July 2019, where he accumulated 55 league appearances. He returned to Finland in July 2022 to re-sign with his old club HJK Helsinki. On the international scene, Halme has been part of Finland's youth setups and earned a call-up to the senior national team in May 2021 for a training camp.

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Standing tall on the field, Halme is recognized for his aerial prowess and a no-nonsense approach to tackling. While his defensive skills are commendable, there is room for improvement in terms of his passing finesse and discipline, as he tends to commit fouls and resorts to clearing the ball under pressure.

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Throughout his career, Aapo Halme has earned multiple accolades, including Veikkausliiga titles and the Finnish Cup with HJK Helsinki. While with the Leeds United U23 side, he celebrated winning the Professional Development League Northern Section and secured the national championship, reflecting his contributions to the team's success.

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Aapo Halme's career illustrates a successful trajectory from the Finnish leagues to the competitive stages of English football. Though he is yet to establish himself as a regular in Finland's senior national team, his past performances for the youth national teams and club successes hold promise for his future impact on the sport, both domestically and internationally.

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