VfB Stuttgart player Silas Wamangituka, who was recently voted Bundesliga's Rookie of the Season, has been playing under a false name and age this season, his club have announced. It has been revealed that the Congolese forward is actually named Silas Katompa Mvumpa and is 22 years-old, not 21 as was previously understood. While Stuttgart confirmed that Wamangituka was not Silas' real surname, it was one of the player's family names through his father. 'Thanks to his considerable efforts to clear up the situation, Silas now has a valid Congolese passport with his correct personal details.' 'I have the greatest respect for the fact that at a young age, he has taken the brave step to clarify his situation.

Source: Daily Mail June 08, 2021 15:46 UTC