26-year-old central defender Ali, who has been capped nine times for his country joined us from English National League South side Farnborough on a deal until the end of the season in January 2026.

London-born Ali started his career with QPR before moving into non-league football with Tower Hamlets. His performances in East London caught the eye of EFL Championship side Barnsley and he went on to captain the Tykes’ under-23s side.

In July 2021, Ali signed for Torquay United in The National League, playing 51 times over two seasons.

Moves to Northern Irish Premiership Champions Larne and then back to English football with Farnborough followed, with Ali earning his first Somalia call-up in March of last year – playing 90 minutes in all six of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

Ali, who has moved to Dumbarton, inked a deal to start his journey in Scottish football at The Rock – Sponsored by Marbill Coaches in January 2026. Where he quickly became a firm fans’ favourite – renewing his deal with the club for a full season in May of the same year.