Joyeux Masanka Bungi (born 24 January 2007) is a Belgian professional footballer who plays as a defender for club VfB Stuttgart II, on loan from RB Leipzig.
Club career Youth Born in Berchem-Sainte-Agathe, Masanka Bungi began his career in the youth system of local club KRC Genk in 2017. In 2023, Masanka Bungi joined the RB Leipzig academy, where he would make 56 appearances between the under-17 and under-19 levels, recording 10 goals and eight assists. He played primarily as a left sided midfielder. During this time, he helped the U17 side to the semifinals of the German Championship in 2024. He also played with the under-19s in the UEFA Youth League.
RB Leipzig Masanka Bungi signed a first-team contract with RB Leipzig on 7 February 2025.
Loan to Red Bull New York On 26 February 2026, Masanka Bungi was sent on a short-term loan through 30 June 2026 to sister-club Red Bull New York.
Loan to VfB Stuttgart On 1 September 2026, VfB Stuttgart loaned Masanka Bungi for their reserve team VfB Stuttgart II in 3. Liga.
International career Masanka Bungi has represented Belgium at the youth level. He has featured for the under-15s, under-16s, under-17s, under-18s and under-19s. As of April 2026, he has made a total of 30 appearances for Belgium youth national teams.
Career statistics
+ Appearances and goals by club, season and competitionClubSeasonLeagueNational cupContinentalOtherTotalDivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsRB Leipzig2025–26Bundesliga000000—00New York Red Bulls (loan)2026MLS2000——20New York Red Bulls II (loan)2026MLS Next Pro50———50Career total7000000070
References
External links
Profile at bundesliga.com