Meet the incredible people of African and Caribbean heritage on the Football Black List 2024. The initiative honours influential Black figures making a positive impact in the game and society.
Naythan Din-Kariuki
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2025
Naythan Din Kariuki is Lead Data Scout at Aston Villa, where he helps shape first team recruitment through advanced analytics and global talent identification. Originally from Kenya, he has risen rapidly from League One to the Premier League and has been recognised by UEFA as an Elite Scout. He also co founded East African Eye, a platform identifying emerging football talent from underserved regions.