Vancouver FC announced Friday the club has signed defender Isak Ssewankambo to a deal through the 2026 Canadian Premier League season, with a club option for 2027.
Ssewankambo, 30, lands in Vancouver following a stint with Allsvenskan side IF Brommapojkarna, where he made 11 appearances. A commanding and composed defender, he is recognized for his physical presence, comfort in possession, and ability to read the game.
Developed in the academy system of Chelsea FC, Ssewankambo was part of a highly successful youth setup, winning both the U-21 Premier League title and the FA Youth Cup during the 2013-14 season.
His professional career has included time with Derby County in England, as well as spells with top-flight clubs in the Netherlands and Norway — including three seasons with Molde FK under manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
A native of Angered, Sweden, Ssewankambo has represented the Blågult more than 50 times at the youth level. He registered three goals and four assists while playing a key role in qualification campaigns for the UEFA European Youth Championships in both 2014 and 2017.
He was also part of Sweden’s squad at the 2013 FIFA U-17 World Cup, helping the team secure a third-place finish after falling to eventual champions Nigeria in the semifinals.
Ssewankambo joins VFC ahead of the 2026 CPL season, which kicks off at Willoughby Stadium on Saturday, April 4.
