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Jacob Kwabena Mensah (born 18 July 2000) is a Ghanaian professional footballer, who plays in defence for League One club, Morecambe.

Early life
Jacob Mensah was born in London, England. Mensah holds both an English and a Ghanaian citizenship.

Early career
He started his career at Isthmian Division side, Ramsgate, where he made more than 60 appearances. During his time at Ramsgate, he was named as one of the best young players in Non-League football by the Non-League Paper. This inclusion impressed Crystal Palace, who signed him on a free for their U23 side.

Weymouth
Weymouth signed Mensah in the 2021 January Transfer Window, after he was let go by Crystal Palace. During his half-a-season at Weymouth, Mensah managed to play 26 league games and scored 1 goal for the club.

Morecambe
It was announced, on 13 July 2021, that Mensah would leave Weymouth and join Morecambe for an undisclosed fee. He made his debut as a sub against Blackburn Rovers in the Carabao Cup. He came on in the 78th minute in their 2–1 win.