David Alaba biography, parents, siblings, salary, transfer, position, number, net worth

<< Back

Edit Mode: David Alaba

Email *

If we need to contact you, we will contact you on this email.

Full Name *

Your name please so that we can credit your work.

Main Text *

<p><a href="/biography/david-alaba">David Olatukunbo Alaba</a> is a professional <a href="/biography/david-alaba">footballer</a> who plays as a defender and midfielder for Bayern Munich and the Austria national team. Known for his versatility, he has become one of the most prominent Austrian players in international football.</p>

<h2>Early Life and Background</h2>

<p>David Alaba was born in Vienna, Austria, in 1992. His <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Alaba">father</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Alaba">George Alaba</a>, is from Nigeria and was a DJ and rapper in the early 2000s. His mother is from the Philippines and worked as a nurse. Despite his Nigerian heritage, Alaba was not selected to represent Nigeria internationally. According to Alaba, his father's admiration for Nigerian footballer Sunday Oliseh sparked initial interest in representing Nigeria, but the Nigerian Football Federation declined, reportedly due to their preference for players based in Nigeria. Alaba later fully committed to representing Austria on the international stage.</p>

<h2>Professional Career at Bayern Munich</h2>

<p>Alaba began his football career at a local Austrian club, SV Aspern, before joining the youth system of Austria Wien. In 2008, at the age of 16, he moved to Bayern Munich, becoming part of their reserve team. In 2009, he made his debut for Bayern’s senior team and was assigned a first-team squad number in 2010.</p>

<p>At just 17, Alaba made his UEFA Champions League debut in 2010. The following year, he was loaned to TSG 1899 Hoffenheim to gain more playing experience. After returning to Bayern Munich, his role on the team strengthened. Though he missed the 2012 UEFA Champions League Final due to suspension, he played a key part in subsequent Champions League campaigns.</p>

<p>In 2013, Alaba extended his contract with Bayern until 2018 and continued to shine in multiple positions. He became known for scoring the seventh-fastest goal in Champions League history and took part in the German Super Cup and FIFA Club World Cup the same year. In 2015, he was voted into the UEFA.com Team of the Year for 2014 by fans and signed another contract extension with Bayern through 2021.</p>

[page-break]

<h2>International Career with Austria</h2>

<p>Alaba has been a vital part of Austria’s national team setup from a young age, representing the country at under-17, under-19, and under-21 levels. He made his senior debut in 2009 and has since become one of the squad’s central figures. Between 2011 and 2016, he was consistently voted Austrian Footballer of the Year, winning the accolade six consecutive times. He also earned the Austrian Sports Personality of the Year Award in both 2013 and 2014.</p>

<p>Throughout his international career, Alaba has contributed significantly in both defense and midfield roles. He has scored a combined total of 20 goals across league, continental, and international competitions, demonstrating his offensive capabilities in addition to his defensive strengths.</p>

<h2>Endorsements and Media Presence</h2>

<p>Off the pitch, Alaba is a recognized face in global football. He has featured on the covers of the popular video game FIFA 15 and FIFA 16. Additionally, he has an endorsement deal with Adidas, further cementing his presence as an influential athlete in the sports marketing world.</p>

<h2>Personal Life</h2>

<p>David Alaba has been in a relationship with Katja Butylina, a former handball player who now works in marketing, since around 2013. The couple has maintained a relatively private relationship. While Alaba resides in Munich, it is not publicly confirmed whether he and Katja live together. As of recent estimates, his net worth stands at approximately $20 million. Though details of his salary are not publicly disclosed, his professional contracts and endorsements suggest a substantial income.</p>

<p>Alaba has not been married or engaged and does not have children. Information about his early childhood and siblings remains largely private, and there are no public records of past relationships prior to his current partner.</p>

Source *

Source you received the information from. eg. personal experiences, acquaintances, web-links, etc

Comment *

Briefly describe the changes you made.

Warning! All fields are required. Empty fields won't allow the form to be submitted and your changes will be lost.
Once the changes are submitted they cannot be edited again until your submission is reviewed.