Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Ramy Bensebaini

Discover the career path of Ramy Bensebaini, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Amir Selmane Ramy Bensebaïni is an Algerian professional footballer. Primarily a left-back or centre-back, he currently plays for Borussia Dortmund in the Bundesliga and represents the Algeria national team. Bensebaïni is a key player for both his club and country, known for his defensive skills and versatility.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2008: Joined Paradou AC Youth Team

In 2008, Bensebaïni began his football career by joining the youth team of Paradou AC.

2013: Senior Debut and Trials

In 2013, Bensebaïni made his senior debut for Paradou AC. During the summer of 2013, he went on trial with Porto and later had a two-week trial with Arsenal, playing in friendlies against Luton Town and Colchester.

June 2014: Loan to Lierse

In June 2014, Paradou AC loaned Bensebaïni to Belgian Pro League club Lierse for one season.

June 2015: Loan to Montpellier

In June 2015, Bensebaïni was loaned out again by Paradou, this time to French club Montpellier for the 2015–16 Ligue 1 season.

July 2015: Debut for Algeria U-23 Team

On July 19, 2015, Bensebaïni made his debut for the Algeria national under-23 football team in a 2015 Africa U-23 Cup of Nations qualifying match against Sierra Leone.

November 2015: Called Up to Algeria National Team

In November 2015, Bensebaïni was called up to the Algeria national team for the first time for a pair of 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Tanzania.

July 2016: Signed with Rennes

On July 5, 2016, Bensebaïni signed a four-year contract with Rennes.

August 2019: Signed with Borussia Mönchengladbach

On August 14, 2019, Bensebaïni signed a four-year deal to join Borussia Mönchengladbach for 8 million euros.

December 2019: First Goal and Brace

In December 2019, Bensebaïni scored his first goal for Borussia Mönchengladbach against Werder Bremen, but was sent off in the same game. On December 7, 2019, he scored a brace in a 2–1 win against Bayern München.

April 2023: Departure from Gladbach Confirmed

In April 2023, Borussia Mönchengladbach's sporting director Roland Virkus confirmed that Bensebaïni would depart the club at the end of the 2022–23 campaign, as he chose not to renew his contract.