Kofi Balmer, born on the 19th of September 2000 in Northern Ireland, is a committed defender currently known for his central defensive role at Motherwell. Standing tall at 6 ft 2 in (1.89m) and weighing 12st 12lb (82kg), Balmer is a commanding presence on the pitch. He adorns the number 5 jersey and has offered his defensive skills to the Northern Ireland national team.
According to Transfermarkt, Balmer's current market value stands modestly around £170k. His professional bond with Motherwell continues to hold, with his contract set to expire on the 30th June 2026, leaving 1 year and 5 months on his current tenure.
The early days of Balmer's career saw him joining Ballymena United in the Premiership in Northern Ireland as a trainee in July 2016. He made his first team appearance in the 2016 - 2017 season, even managing a goal in his debut match. Successive season saw a gradual increase in his appearances, with Balmer making 11 first-team appearances in the 2017 - 2018 season at Ballymena United.
Come July 2021, Balmer transferred from Ballymena United to Larne, another Premiership club in Northern Ireland. This was followed by another shift, this time to Crystal Palace in the Premier League in England in August 2022. The official fee remains undisclosed to this day.
Following his stint in Crystal Palace, Balmer spent some time in Port Vale and AFC Wimbledon in League Two in England on loan. His professional journey finally brought him to Scotland in July 2024 when he transferred to Motherwell from Crystal Palace. During the 2024 - 2025 season at Motherwell, Balmer has already made 13 first-team appearances in league matches, making his impact felt in his new team.
Besides league matches, Balmer has also participated in the League Cup 2024 - 2025 for Motherwell and the Scottish Cup 2024 - 2025. He has scored a goal in the former, with two starts and one appearance as a substitute. In the Scottish Cup, he has one start to his name.
As Balmer's journey continues, his performances at Motherwell will be the chapters that define his legacy in the coming seasons.