Marvin Ekpiteta, born on the 26th of August 1995 in England, is currently a key figure in Hibernian's defence. The 29-year-old primarily assumes the role of a central defender. Standing tall at 6ft 3in (1.93m) and weighing 13st 5lb (85kg), Ekpiteta's dominating stature shines on the pitch as he sports the number 4 jersey.
His journey up the English football pyramid began in January 2018 when he left East Thurrock in the National League South to join Leyton Orient in League One. The details of this transfer fee remain undisclosed. In July 2020, Ekpiteta made a lateral move within England's League One from Leyton Orient to Blackpool.
His debut season with Blackpool in the 2021/2022 campaign saw him make 40 first-team appearances and notch five goals in league matches. The following season, his contributions were slightly moderated with Ekpiteta making 25 appearances and scoring a single goal.
Seeking fresh pastures, Marvin Ekpiteta was once again on the move in July 2024. He shifted his footballing aspirations north to Scotland, securing a place in the Premiership with Hibernian. In the current 2024/2025 season with Hibernian, Ekpiteta has already made an accountable contribution with 13 first team appearances in league matches to his name.
His debut Scottish tenure has also seen him partake in the League Cup 2024/2025 for Hibernian, where he scored one goal in four starts. As his journey continues, it's clear that Marvin Ekpiteta has the diligence and commitment to continue building his legacy.
