Bundesliga Star Bakery Jatta Aspires for German Nationality
HSV Desires Passport for Jatta - Professional footballer Jatta aims for German citizenship
In an exclusive interview, HSV football sensation Bakery Jatta shared his plans to apply for German citizenship in the near future. The 27-year-old expressed his contentment in Germany, stating, "I'm happy here, and I'd also like to belong to Germany." His legal representative is already gearing up for the process.
Originally hailing from Gambia, Jatta made his way to Germany as a refugee in 2015. He's been part of Hamburger SV since 2016. The limelight fell upon him in 2018, when German publication Sport Bild raised suspicions regarding his true identity—alleging that he was actually Bakary Daffeh. These claims sparked investigations, a search warrant, and rampant media scrutiny of the HSV player.
In 2024, the case against Jatta was eventually dropped. Looking back, he called the identity debate the most challenging period of his life. "It took a toll on me," he admitted.
As for his future with HSV, Jatta seemed sincere, "Nobody told me I'm not Baka, or that I should leave Hamburg or Germany. But the digital world can be fierce. Reading the hateful comments online was intense." HSV, however, showed unwavering support during that trying time. "I often find it hard to imagine playing for any other club than HSV," admitted Jatta.
Who is Bakery Jatta?
Bakery Jatta is a talented Gambian footballer, with roots in the Bundesliga club, Hamburger SV. Controversies regarding his identity and citizenship application have made headlines, but Jatta's passion and talent for the game remain undeterred, keeping HSV and their fans hopeful for a prosperous future in the Bundesliga.
The Commission has also been asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of the environment, as Bakery Jatta, the Bundesliga star and HSV football sensation, aspires to belong to Germany by applying for German citizenship. Perhaps in his free time from training and games, Bakery Jatta might find joy in European football leagues, just as he hopes to find joy in his newly adopted home country.
