Arnaut Danjuma Groeneveld, known as Arnaut Danjuma, is a talented footballer who currently plays for Everton, an English Premier League team, on loan from Villarreal, a La Liga team.
In addition to his main position as a striker, he is also capable of playing well as a winger or attacking midfielder.
Danjuma’s dribbling skills, speed and excellent goalscoring ability are highly regarded.
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- Full name: Arnaut Danjuma Groeneveld
- Stage Name: Arnaut Danjuma
- Date of birth: January 31, 1997
- Age: 27 years old
- Place of birth: Lagos, Nigeria
- Nationality: Nigerian/Dutch
- Occupation: Soccer player
- Height: 1.78m
- Parents: unknown
- Siblings: unknown
- Spouse: unknown
- Children: unknown
- Relationship: Single
- Net worth: £10 million
Early life and education
Arnaut Danjuma Groeneveld, a professional footballer, was born in Lagos, Nigeria, on January 31, 1997. Of mixed descent, his mother is Nigerian, while his father is from the Netherlands. Unfortunately, his parents separated when he was young, and as a result, he had to spend some time in an orphanage.
However, due to limited information, his parents and their background have not been disclosed to the media. Similarly, details about the educational background of Arnaut and any of his siblings are also unknown.
Career
Danjuma’s professional career began in 2016 when he made his debut for NEC Nijmegen. He then moved to Club Brugge in 2018. However, his journey did not stop there as AFC Bournemouth came knocking in 2019 and succeeded in signing him for a whopping £13.7 million, setting a new club record.
After spending two seasons with Bournemouth, Danjuma made another major move in 2021 when he signed for Villarreal for a reported €23.5 million.
Danjuma joined Tottenham Hotspur on loan from Villarreal in January 2023. During his time at the club, he played nine games and scored one goal. However, at the end of the season, he returned to Villarreal. Then, in July 2023, Danjuma was loaned to Everton for the entire 2023–24 season.
Danjuma has been capped by the Netherlands national team. Since making his debut in 2021, he has shown his skills by scoring two goals in ten appearances. Known for his versatility, Danjuma excels as a centre-forward and on both wings. His pace, dribbling ability and exceptional finishing are highly regarded.
Awards and nominations
- Championship Player of the Month:
- AFC Bournemouth Player of the Year:
- Sky Bet Championship Goal of the Month: April
- Sky Bet Championship Player of the Month: November
- Sky Bet Championship Goal of the Month: September
Social media
- Instagram: @danjuma
- Twitter: @ArnautDanjuma
Personal life
Danjuma, 27, has an undisclosed relationship status. His public relationships have not been disclosed and more information about his previous relationships is yet to be released. While some sources claim that he is single, others claim that he may be in a relationship but has chosen to keep it private.
Danjuma prefers to maintain a high level of privacy and does not often reveal details about his personal life to the public. His main focus remains on his football career and he does not seem to want to draw attention to his personal issues.
Net worth
Danjuma, a highly skilled and accomplished professional footballer, boasts an impressive net worth of around £10 million. This huge fortune is a testament to his exceptional talent and enduring success in football.
Furthermore, his annual salary is estimated to be £2.7 million, confirming his status as a formidable player and a financially wealthy individual in his field.
