Mohamed Belloumi

Mohamed Belloumi isn't just a talented footballer; he carries the legacy of an Algerian legend. Son of the iconic Lakhdar Belloumi, Bachir, as he's known, has rapidly carved his own path, from Algerian pitches to the demanding English Championship. His journey has been a testament to both dazzling potential and the cruel unpredictability of the beautiful game, promising an intriguing career ahead. Mohamed Belloumi quickly emerged from the shadow of his legendary father, establishing himself as a significant talent in Algerian and then European football. His promising career saw his market value skyrocket in Portugal before a high-profile move to England was met with immediate impact and then an unfortunate, season-ending injury. Despite early setbacks, Belloumi's resilience and evident skill suggest he is poised to become a key player upon his full return to the demanding English Championship.

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Mohamed Belloumi isn't just a talented footballer; he carries the legacy of an Algerian legend. Son of the iconic Lakhdar Belloumi, Bachir, as he's known, has rapidly carved his own path, from Algerian pitches to the demanding English Championship. His journey has been a testament to both dazzling potential and the cruel unpredictability of the beautiful game, promising an intriguing career ahead.

A Legacy Kicks Off

In the world of football, some names carry immense weight. Mohamed Belloumi, born in 2002, inherited one such name. He is the son of Lakhdar Belloumi, an Algerian football icon whose fame echoes through generations of fans. Carrying this legacy, Mohamed — often called Bachir — has set out to forge his own remarkable path.

Early Steps in Algeria

Bachir's journey began on the pitches of his homeland. He started young with GC Mascara before transferring to MC Oran in 2020. It wasn't long before his talent was recognized, earning him a promotion to the first team in early 2021. His professional debut followed, and his first senior goal came in style during a resounding 6–0 victory.

The European Dream

By September 2021, the young winger was ready for a new challenge — Europe. His destination was Portugal, joining S.C. Farense in Liga Portugal 2 in February 2022. This move marked a significant step, signaling his ambition to compete at a higher level.

Farense's fortunes, and Belloumi's, continued to rise. Following the club's promotion to the Primeira Liga, Portugal's top tier, in 2023, he committed his future, extending his contract until 2026. This new deal came with a release clause of €5 million, reflecting his growing value and importance to the team.

His performances during the first half of the 2023–24 season were nothing short of impressive, catching the eye of many. As a result, Farense swiftly offered another extension in January 2024, securing him until 2027 and dramatically raising his release clause to a substantial €15 million. His potential was clearly recognized.

Representing Algeria

Beyond his club career, Belloumi has proudly worn the Algerian national colors. He was a key part of the U-20 squad that competed in the 2020 UNAF U-20 Tournament, even finding the net against Tunisia as they aimed for the Africa U-20 Cup of Nations.

In June 2021, a significant honor arrived: a call-up to the Algeria A' national team. He made his debut as a substitute in a celebratory 5–1 victory against Liberia, marking his entry into the senior international setup at a young age.

English Championship Debut

The summer of 2024 brought a major career move. On August 30th, Belloumi transferred to English Championship club Hull City, signing a four-year deal that would keep him with the 'Tigers' until 2028. This was a move to one of Europe's most competitive leagues.

His debut for Hull City came in September, and it wasn't long before he made a significant impact. Just weeks later, he lit up the pitch with two crucial goals in a 4–1 home victory against Cardiff City, instantly endearing himself to the Hull faithful.

Instant Recognition

His dazzling start at Hull City didn't go unnoticed. For his performances in September 2024, Belloumi was awarded both Hull City's Player of the Month and Goal of the Month, highlighting his immediate contribution and the quality he brought to the team.

A Cruel Twist of Fate

However, the beautiful game can be unforgiving. Just over a month after his spectacular arrival, news broke that Belloumi had suffered a devastating ACL injury during a match against Oxford United. This severe setback meant he would miss the remainder of the 2024–25 season, a crushing blow after such a promising start.

The Road to Recovery

True to his spirit, Belloumi embarked on a rigorous recovery. He made his emotional return to the pitch on August 23, 2025, during a league match against Blackburn Rovers. Though it was a late substitution in a difficult game, his presence on the field symbolized immense resilience and the start of a new chapter in his career.

Career Statistics

Club	Season	League Apps	League Goals	National cup Apps	National cup Goals	League cup Apps	League cup Goals	Continental Apps	Continental Goals	Other Apps	Other Goals	Total Apps	Total Goals
MC Oran	2020–21	Ligue 1 Pro.	28	3	—	—	3	0	—	—	0	0	31	3
SC Farense	2021–22	Liga Portugal 2	0	0	0	0	0	0	—	—	0	0	0	0
SC Farense	2022–23	Liga Portugal 2	1	0	1	0	1	0	—	—	0	0	3	0
SC Farense	2023–24	Primeira Liga	32	7	2	0	2	0	—	—	0	0	36	7
Hull City	2024–25	Championship	10	2	0	0	0	0	—	—	0	0	10	2
Hull City	2025–26	Championship	15	1	0	0	0	0	—	—	0	0	15	1
Career total			86	13	3	0	6	0	—	—	0	0	95	13

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Mohamed Belloumi

Mohamed El Bachir Belloumi (Arabic: محمد البشير بلومي; born 1 June 2002), also known as Bachir Belloumi, is an Algerian professional footballer who plays as a winger for Premier League club Hull City. He is the son of Algerian former footballer Lakhdar Belloumi.

Club career

MC Oran

Belloumi started his career young with GC Mascara. On 25 August 2020, he was transferred in MC Oran. On 16 January 2021, Belloumi was promoted to MC Oran's first team, and played the first match against CR Belouizdad as a substitute. The first goal in his football career was in a 6–0 victory against US Biskra. He left the club for Europe in September 2021.

Farense

On 27 February 2022, Belloumi moved to Portugal, joining Liga Portugal 2 club Farense. On 31 July 2023, following promotion to the Primeira Liga, he extended his contract with the Faro-based club until 2026, with his release clause being set at €5 million.

After impressing during the first half of the 2023–24 season, in January 2024 Belloumi extended his contract with Farense until 2027, which saw his release clause rise to €15 million.

2024–25 season

On 30 August 2024, Belloumi moved to EFL Championship club Hull City for an undisclosed fee. He signed a four-year deal with the Tigers that would keep him at the club until the summer of 2028. On 13 September, he made his debut in the 0–2 loss at home to Sheffield United. On 28 September, he scored two goals in the 4–1 home win against Cardiff City. However, just over a month later, on 8 November, Hull announced that Belloumi had suffered an ACL injury in the club's recent match against Oxford United, and would miss the remainder of the 2024–25 season.

2025–26 season

He made his return on 23 August 2025, in a league match at home to Blackburn Rovers. During the game, Belloumi came off the bench to replace Regan Slater in the 85th minute, as Hull slumped to a 3–0 defeat. On 11 May 2026, Belloumi scored a goal and made an assist in the second leg of the 2026 EFL Championship play-off semi-final against Millwall, securing Hull City's place in the play-off final.

International career

Mohamed Belloumi

Belloumi was on the final list to participate in the 2020 UNAF U-20 Tournament qualifying for the 2021 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations and participated in all matches and scored one goal against Tunisia.

On 17 June 2021, Belloumi was called up for the first time to the Algeria A' national football team in the opening match of the new stadium in Oran against Liberia and participated as a substitute in a 5–1 win.

Career statistics

Mohamed Belloumi

<table><thead><tr><th rowspan="2">Club</th><th rowspan="2">Season</th><th colspan="3">League</th><th colspan="2">National cup</th><th colspan="2">League cup</th><th colspan="2">Other</th><th colspan="2">Total</th></tr><tr><th>Division</th><th>Apps</th><th>Goals</th><th>Apps</th><th>Goals</th><th>Apps</th><th>Goals</th><th>Apps</th><th>Goals</th><th>Apps</th><th>Goals</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>MC Oran</td><td>2020–21</td><td>Ligue 1 Pro.</td><td>28</td><td>3</td><td colspan="2">—</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td colspan="2">—</td><td>31</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td rowspan="4">Farense</td><td>2021–22</td><td>Liga Portugal 2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td colspan="2">—</td><td>0</td><td>0</td></tr><tr><td>2022–23</td><td>Liga Portugal 2</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td colspan="2">—</td><td>3</td><td>0</td></tr><tr><td>2023–24</td><td>Primeira Liga</td><td>32</td><td>7</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td colspan="2">—</td><td>36</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><th colspan="2">Total</th><th>33</th><th>7</th><th>3</th><th>0</th><th>3</th><th>0</th><th colspan="2">—</th><th>39</th><th>7</th></tr><tr><td rowspan="4">Hull City</td><td>2024–25</td><td>Championship</td><td>10</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td colspan="2">—</td><td colspan="2">—</td><td>10</td><td>2</td></tr><tr><td>2025–26</td><td>Championship</td><td>19</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>3</td><td>1</td><td>22</td><td>3</td></tr><tr><td>2026–27</td><td>Premier League</td><td>4</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td colspan="2">—</td><td>5</td><td>2</td></tr><tr><th colspan="2">Total</th><th>33</th><th>6</th><th>0</th><th>0</th><th>1</th><th>0</th><th>3</th><th>1</th><th>37</th><th>7</th></tr><tr><th colspan="3">Career total</th><th>94</th><th>16</th><th>3</th><th>0</th><th>7</th><th>0</th><th>3</th><th>1</th><th>107</th><th>17</th></tr></tbody></table>

Honours

Mohamed Belloumi

• EFL Championship play-offs: (/wiki/2026EFLChampionshipplay-offs)

• Hull City Player of the Month: September 2024 • Hull City Goal of the Month: September 2024 (vs Cardiff City)