Alex Colin Kpakpé (born 22 February 2004) is an English professional footballer who plays as a left-back for club Lewes.
Club career Born in Hackney, Kpakpé first took an interest in football at the age of five, playing in his garden with his cousins. He played grassroots football in Tulse Hill, before joining the academy of Chelsea at under-14 level. During his youth, he also played handball, and was a 100 metres sprinter. Initially a defensive midfielder, Kpakpé transitioned to a left-back during his time with Chelsea. He signed his first professional contract in February 2021.
His time with the Blues was hampered by injury and illness, and after four years in West London, he left the club in November 2022. The following month, he played in a bounce match with Scottish side Rangers. He signed a six-month deal with Rangers in January 2023.
On 14 January 2023, he made his debut for Rangers B in the Lowland League, coming on as a substitute for Mackenzie Strachan in a 6–1 win over Dalbeattie Star. Following his release by Rangers B in July 2023, Kpakpé signed with Southern League Premier side Hitchin Town.
On 31 August 2024, Kpakpé joined National League South side Aveley. In December 2024, he signed dual-registration terms with Isthmian League Premier Division side Wingate & Finchley.
In August 2025, Kpakpé joined Isthmian League Premier Division club Cray Valley Paper Mills. In December 2025, he joined divisional rivals Lewes.
Personal life Kpakpé's cousins are Fulham winger Ryan Sessegnon and Wigan Athletic right-back Steven Sessegnon; both of whom have represented England at youth international level.
He is of Haitian and Ivorian descent.
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ClubSeasonLeagueCupOtherTotal DivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsRangers B2022–23Lowland League40–0040Career total40000040 Notes
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