Biography
Who is Aleksandar Mitrovic?
Early life and professional debut
Aleksandar Mitrovic was born in Smederevo, Serbia, on September 16, 1994. He began his path in football as a youth player for FK Partizan, one of the most prominent clubs in his home country. Before he joined the senior squad at Partizan, he gained professional experience playing for their affiliated team, FK Teleoptik. During the 2011–12 season with Teleoptik, he managed to score seven goals across 25 league appearances, which helped establish his reputation as a rising talent in the region.
In June 2012, he signed a four-year professional contract to play for FK Partizan. His first official game for the club took place during a Champions League qualifying match against Valletta, where he scored just nine minutes after entering the game as a substitute. By the end of his first full season, Aleksandar was the top scorer for the team with 15 goals in 36 games. His performances earned him a spot in the Serbian SuperLiga Team of the Season and helped Partizan secure a league title.
Success in Belgium and England
In August 2013, Aleksandar Mitrovic moved to Belgium to join R.S.C. Anderlecht for a club-record transfer fee of 5 million euros. He enjoyed immediate success, providing two assists on his debut and later scoring 16 league goals to help the team win the Belgian Pro League title. During his second year in Belgium, he became the top scorer in the league with 20 goals. Over his two-season stay at Anderlecht, he scored a total of 44 goals in 90 competitive matches before moving to the English Premier League.
Newcastle United signed the striker for 13 million pounds in 2015. He spent several years with the club, including a season in the Championship where he helped them earn promotion back to the top flight. In 2018, he transitioned to Fulham, initially on a loan basis before the move became permanent. Aleksandar became a fan favorite at Fulham, scoring over 100 goals during his six-year tenure. His time in West London was marked by multiple promotions and a record-breaking scoring run in the Championship.
International records and Saudi Arabia
Aleksandar has had a storied career representing Serbia on the international stage. He was a key member of the squad that won the 2013 European Under-19 Championship, where he was named the best player of the tournament. Since making his senior debut in 2013, he has earned more than 100 caps for the Serbian national team. He represented his country at the FIFA World Cup in 2018 and 2022, as well as the UEFA Euro 2024 tournament. With 64 goals, he holds the record for the most goals ever scored for the Serbian national side.
In 2023, Aleksandar Mitrovic moved to Saudi Arabia to join Al Hilal. This transfer followed his long and successful stint in English football. He has also served as the captain for the Serbia national team, leading them through various international qualifiers and major tournaments. His physical style of play and heading ability have made him one of the most recognizable strikers in European and Asian football leagues.
Birthday and age
Aleksandar Mitrovic was born on September 16, 1994, which makes Aleksandar 32 years old today. That birthday falls under the Virgo sign. Aleksandar shares the date with 32 other famous people.
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