Riis Opoku Twumasi has officially joined STK 1914 Samorin on a free transfer, sealing a move that was finalized on 16 September 2026. The Ghanaian centre‑back arrives from Moldovan Super Liga outfit FC Sheriff, a club that has been active in UEFA Conference League and Europa League qualifying rounds this season. Samorin, competing in Slovakia’s II. Liga, announced the signing as the first major addition to their defensive roster for the 2026‑27 campaign.

Born in Kumasi and standing 1.87 m tall, Twumasi is a classic centre‑back whose physical presence has been evident since his early days in Ghana. He began his professional journey with Berekum Chelsea before moving to Aduana Stars in August 2025. A month later, he secured a €100,000 transfer to FC Sheriff, marking his first foray into European football. Although his time in Moldova did not yield senior appearances in the Super Liga or in the club’s European qualifiers, the experience of training in a top‑flight environment has been a valuable stepping stone.

The Samorin deal is a free transfer, reflecting both the player’s desire for regular first‑team action and the Slovak side’s ambition to reinforce their back line with a player accustomed to navigating different domestic competitions. Twomasi arrives with a listed market value of €150,000, a modest figure that underscores his potential upside. His lack of senior minutes for Sheriff means he is eager to prove his worth, and the Slovak second tier offers a platform where his defensive instincts and aerial ability can be tested week in, week out.

For STK Samorin, the acquisition of a Ghanaian defender with exposure to both African and Eastern European football cultures is a strategic move. The club, aiming to solidify a promotion push, will likely deploy Twumasi as a central figure in a back‑four that values organization and physicality. His height and experience in