Background
Emrah Klimenta was born in Rozaje, Montenegro during a time of turmoil in the Balkan region. As the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia was breaking apart.
Emrah Klimenta was born in Rozaje, Montenegro during a time of turmoil in the Balkan region. As the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia was breaking apart.
Early His family then moved to the United States in 1999. Klimenta began his youth career in the United States, playing both high school and club soccer as a Midfielder and Forward. He also played for the Olympic Development Program (ODP) for Cal North.
Emrah worked hard to graduate high school early and moved to Europe, aiming to approach Clubs about opportunities.
Klimenta spent time in Europe playing for MŠK Žilina and Football Club Ingolstadt 04, before returning to California as a midfielder for NPSL club Bay Area Ambassadors. Klimenta joined USL Pro club Sacramento Republic in March of 2014, after being selected during an open tryout.
Klimenta played as a defender and has started most of the league games in the 2014 season.