Dejan Kulusevski, born on April 25, 2000, in Stockholm, Sweden, is a professional footballer renowned for his versatility and creative playmaking abilities. As of March 2025, he plays as an attacking midfielder for Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League.
Personal Information:
• Full Name: Dejan Kulusevski
• Date of Birth: April 25, 2000
• Place of Birth: Stockholm, Sweden
• Nationality: Swedish
• Height: 186 cm (6 ft 1 in)
• Position: Attacking Midfielder
• Current Club: Tottenham Hotspur
Club Career:
Atalanta BC (2016–2019):
• Kulusevski began his professional career with Atalanta in Italy, making his debut in 2016.
• Appearances: 5
• Goals: 0
• Assists: 0
Loan to Parma Calcio (2019–2020):
• Spent the 2019–2020 season on loan at Parma, where he gained significant recognition.
• Appearances: 36
• Goals: 10
• Assists: 9
Juventus FC (2020–2023):
• Returned to Juventus in 2020, contributing to the team’s successes.
• Appearances: 89
• Goals: 8
• Assists: 12
Tottenham Hotspur (2023–Present):
• Joined Tottenham Hotspur in July 2023.
• Appearances: 29
• Goals: 3
• Assists: 6
International Career:
Sweden National Team (2020–Present):
• Kulusevski has been representing Sweden since 2020.
• Caps: 15
• Goals: 2
Career Statistics (As of March 2025):
• Total Club Appearances: 159
• Total Club Goals: 21
• Total Club Assists: 27
2024/25 Season performance:
• Premier League:
Kulusevski has been pivotal in Tottenham’s midfield, contributing both offensively and defensively.
• Appearances: 20
• Goals: 1
• Assists: 4
• Minutes Played: 1,800
• Key Contributions: Leading the team in key passes and progressive plays.
Playing style and Attributes:
• Kulusevski is celebrated for his versatility, capable of playing as a winger or central midfielder.
• His attributes include exceptional vision, precise passing, and the ability to create scoring opportunities.
• Under manager Ange Postecoglou, Kulusevski has been successfully deployed in a central role, drawing parallels to Luka Modrić’s evolution at Tottenham.
Recent Developments:
• In the 2024–2025 season, Kulusevski’s central positioning has led to impressive performances, including a record-setting match at Old Trafford where he created nine scoring chances.