Tim Akinola

Akinola was born in Lokoja, Nigeria. He played youth football with Lincoln City and Huddersfield Town, before signing for Arsenal in summer 2020. After playing for Arsenal under-23s, he moved on loan to Scottish club Dundee United in January 2022. Akinola initially believed he had signed for the club's city rivals Dundee. After one 45-minute appearance for Dundee United which saw him substituted at half-time, Akinola returned to Arsenal in March 2022 due to injury. He later underwent surgery. In August 2022, he joined Chesterfield in the National League on a season-long loan, making his debut as a substitute against Oldham Athletic. He permanently switch to Qatari side Al Bidda in September 2023.

Return to Chesterfield

On 16 May 2024, it was confirmed he would return to Chesterfield on a one-year deal with an option. On 29 August 2024, he signed for National League side Dagenham & Redbridge on a season-long loan becoming the club's fifteenth signing of the summer. In February 2025, he joined National League club Solihull Moors on an initial one-month loan.

Gateshead

On 28 March 2025, Akinola joined National League side Gateshead on a deal until the end of the 2025–26 season.

Woking

On 26 July 2025, Akinola joined Woking on a one-year deal.

As of match played 24 October 2026