Jakub Szumski Iğdır FK Scout Report
Jakub Szumski
Quick Answer
Jakub Szumski is an experienced Polish goalkeeper capped for Poland’s U21s, who played for Erzurumspor FK and Samsunspor before making 35 appearances for Sakaryaspor last season. He signed a 1-year deal with Iğdır FK on a free transfer on 8 July 2026. His biggest strength is a long track record of Turkish football experience; the key thing to track is settling into a new club at 34.
Player Info Card
| Full name | Jakub Szumski |
| Date of birth | 6 March 1992 |
| Age | 34 |
| Place of birth | Warsaw, Poland |
| Nationality | Poland |
| Primary position | Goalkeeper |
| Shirt number | — |
| Current club | Iğdır FK (8 July 2026) |
| Contract status | 1-year deal |
Career History
| Period | Club | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Career | Erzurumspor FK | TFF 1. Lig |
| Career | Samsunspor | Süper Lig/TFF 1. Lig |
| 2024-2026 | Sakaryaspor | TFF 1. Lig — 35 apps |
| 2026-present | Iğdır FK | TFF 1. Lig |
Szumski, capped 12 times for Poland’s U21 side, played for Erzurumspor FK and Samsunspor in Turkey before moving to Sakaryaspor, where he made 35 appearances last season. He joined Iğdır FK on a free transfer on 8 July 2026, on a 1-year deal.
Playing Style & Assessment
Szumski is a steady, experienced goalkeeper shaped by extensive time across Turkey’s leagues and strong command of his area.
Strengths
- Extensive Turkish football experience — Time at multiple TFF 1. Lig/Süper Lig clubs points to full adaptation to the league.
- Consistent playing time — 35 appearances last season at Sakaryaspor shows the coaching staff’s trust in him.
Development Areas
- Age — At 34, he’s in the later stages of his career.
- Short-term deal — A 1-year contract adds uncertainty to the club’s longer-term planning.
Level Projection
Verdict: A squad/rotation goalkeeper in TFF 1. Lig. His experience could help bring stability to the position.
Sporting Director’s Note
| Current level | Rotation goalkeeper |
| Primary role | Goalkeeper |
| Transfer cost | Data insufficient |
| Key strength | Extensive Turkish football experience |
| Key risk | Age |
| Scout verdict | Worth another season of tracking |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Jakub Szumski? An experienced Polish goalkeeper who moved from Sakaryaspor to Iğdır FK.
When did Jakub Szumski join Iğdır FK? On 8 July 2026, on a free transfer with a 1-year deal from Sakaryaspor.
Sources & Methodology
This profile was compiled by cross-referencing Transfermarkt, the club’s official profile page, Wikipedia and accessible football data platforms. Tactical commentary and the level projection are GegenSports editorial assessments.
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- Transfermarkt — Jakub Szumski player profile
