Roland Idowu, born on the 21st of January, 2002, hails from the Republic of Ireland and is a central attacking midfielder currently showcasing his talents at St Mirren. Standing at 6ft (1.83m) and weighing 11st 11lb (75kg), he's a physical presence on the pitch. His favourite number 7 jersey drapes his athletic frame every match day.
His footballing journey took off in earnest in August 2021, when he signed for Bohemian FC in the Premier Division. Although a newcomer, he managed to get on the pitch five times during the 2021 season, revealing his potential to the fans.
This bridge led him to Waterford, also in the Premier Division of the Republic of Ireland. Idowu traded teams in January 2022, once again putting his skills on display to a new set of supporters. His tenure at Waterford opened the doors to English football, with his transfer to Shrewsbury Town in the League Two in January 2024 marking a significant milestone in his career.
After a half-year spell at Shrewsbury, Idowu moved north, traded English pitches for Scottish ones, and joined St Mirren in the Premiership on loan in July 2024. His contribution was immediate and impressive, with four goals in 31 league appearances in the 2024-2025 season. In the current 2025-2026 season, he's already played seven times for St Mirren, steadily marking his territory.
Clearly, St Mirren saw something special in the midfield maestro, as they held on tight and finalised a permanent transfer from Shrewsbury in July 2025 for an undisclosed fee. His influence has been undisputed, making his mark with another four goals in 31 appearances in his first full season with the club. He's continued with his appearances this season, already playing seven games. Add to this his contribution to St Mirren's 2025-2026 League Cup campaign with one goal in six appearances (three starts, three off the bench), and you have a star that's on the rise.
