Luqman Hakim remains one of Malaysia’s most promising attacking talents.
Despite limited club minutes in Europe, his prolific youth international record (youth goals, scoring titles) earned high-profile attention.
Now back in Malaysia with Negeri Sembilan, he has a real opportunity to stake his place as a top striker in the Super League. His versatility across forward roles and past excellence at youth level position him as a key figure in NSFC’s ambitions.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Luqman Hakim bin Shamsudin
- Date of Birth: 5 March 2002
- Place of Birth: Tumpat, Kelantan, Malaysia
- Height: 1.70 m (5′7″)
- Preferred Foot: Right
Playing Profile
- Position(s): Centre‑Forward; also features as Second Striker, Left Winger
- Current Club: Negeri Sembilan FC (Malaysia Super League)
- Squad Number: 10
Club Career
Development & Europe Path:
- Progressed through Malaysia’s National Football Development Programme (NFDP) and Mokhtar Dahari Academy before signing professionally with Selangor FC II into 2020
- In August 2020, signed a five‑year deal with KV Kortrijk in Belgium’s top tier, becoming the first Malaysian to do so before turning 18
- Made limited appearances for Kortrijk’s senior side (2 league games between 2020–2025)
Loan Assignments:
- February 2023, loaned to UMF Njarðvík in Iceland: 9 league caps, 1 goal; scored his first goal in Icelandic Cup
- February 2024, joined YSCC Yokohama (Japan J3 League) on loan: 8 league games, no goals
Negeri Sembilan FC:
- Joined NSFC on 13 June 2025 on a free transfer; contract runs until 30 June 2026
International Career
- Malaysia U‑16: Top scorer with 5 goals in 2018 AFC U‑16 Championship; also top scorer at SEA Games 2021 (3 goals)
- Malaysia U‑19: 10 caps, 9 goals in 2019 AFF U‑19 Championship
- Malaysia U‑23: 14 appearances, 3 goals
- Senior National Team: Debuted in May 2021; 9 caps by April 2024, yet to score
Statistical Summary
| COMPETITION | TEAM / PERIOD | APPEARANCES | GOALS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belgian Pro League | KV Kortrijk (2020–25) | 2 | 0 |
| 1. deild karla (Iceland) | Njarðvík (2023 loan) | 9 | 1 |
| J3 League | YSCC Yokohama (2024 loan) | 8 | 0 |
| Total Loan/stints | — | ~19 | 1 |
| Senior National Team | Malaysia | 9 | 0 |
Market Value & Style
- Estimated market value around €50,000 as of December 2024
- Playing Style: Agile, technical striker with flair—renowned for goal-scoring at youth level and creativity off the ball. Displayed clinical touch and dribbling in international youth campaigns
Summary Table
| ATTRIBUTE | DETAILS |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Luqman Hakim bin Shamsudin |
| DOB | 5 March 2002 |
| Birthplace | Tumpat, Kelantan, Malaysia |
| Height | 1.70 m |
| Preferred Foot | Right |
| Position | Striker / Second Striker / LW |
| Current Club / No. | Negeri Sembilan FC (#10) |
| Previous Clubs | Selangor II, KV Kortrijk, Njarðvík, YSCC |
| Senior Appearances | Limited in Europe (2 league), minor loans |
| International Caps | Limited in Europe (2 league), minor loans |
| Youth Records | Top scorer U16 Asian Cup, U19 AFF, SEA Games |
| Contract | Until 30 Jun 2026 |
| Market Value | ~€50K |
