Ayila Yussuf is a professional Nigerian football player. He is a defensive midfielder for FC Dynamo Kyiv. A former Nigerian youth international, Yussuf was acquired by Dynamo from Nigerian side Union Bank F.C. in 2003. Despite injuries, Yussuf has become a regular for both Dynamo Kyiv and the Nigerian national team.
Strong in the tackle and fearless in the air, Yusuf Ayila has made his mark with Dynamo Kiev in Ukraine and played for Nigeria at the 2006 and 2008 African Cup of Nations. He provides good option in the defensive midfield position.
Source: Nigerian Football Federation/ Wikipedia