Oluwaseyi George Olofinjana (born June 30, 1980) is a Nigerian former professional footballer and football administrator who has made significant contributions on and off the field. He played as a midfielder during his career and is currently the Head of Scouting for Africa at Premier League club Chelsea.

Oluwaseyi George Olofinjana (born June 30, 1980) is a Nigerian former professional footballer and football administrator who has made significant contributions on and off the field. He played as a midfielder during his career and is currently the Head of Scouting for Africa at Premier League club Chelsea.

Early Life and Education
Born in Lagos, Nigeria, Olofinjana pursued his education at Eko Boys’ High School and holds a degree in Chemical Engineering.

He began his football journey with Nigerian clubs Crown FC and Kwara United, showcasing his talents domestically before transitioning to European football.

Club Career
SK Brann (Norway)
Olofinjana’s European career began in Norway with SK Brann, where his performances earned him a move to England.

Wolverhampton Wanderers (2004–2008)
In July 2004, he joined Wolverhampton Wanderers for £1.7 million. Over 213 appearances in four seasons, he became a key player, despite injury setbacks. He was the club’s top league goalscorer during the 2006–07 season and represented Nigeria in the 2008 African Cup of Nations while with Wolves.

Stoke City (2008–2009)
Olofinjana signed for Stoke City in June 2008 for £3 million. He scored his first Premier League goal against Everton but moved on after a season.

Hull City (2009–2013)
Joining for £3 million, he played a pivotal role but experienced relegation with Hull City. During his tenure, he had a notable loan spell with Cardiff City, helping them reach the promotion play-offs.

Sheffield Wednesday (2013)
After Hull, Olofinjana joined Sheffield Wednesday briefly but left after a short stint.

IK Start (2014)
He reunited with his former coach Mons Ivar Mjelde at Norwegian side IK Start before retiring.

International Career
Olofinjana debuted for the Nigeria national team in June 2000 in a 3–2 victory over Malawi. He represented Nigeria in two African Cup of Nations tournaments, reaching the quarter-finals in 2008.

Post-Retirement Career
Olofinjana transitioned into football administration and coaching:

Wolverhampton Wanderers (2015–2021): Held roles including Loans Pathway Manager, helping to develop young players.
Grasshopper Club Zürich (2021–2022): Served as Sporting Director, managing team-building strategies.
Chelsea (2024): Appointed Head of Scouting for Africa, tasked with identifying emerging talents across the continent.
Legacy
Olofinjana is admired for his discipline both as a footballer and an administrator. His blend of engineering education, football expertise, and administrative acumen positions him as a role model for aspiring African footballers and executives.