Dennis Wise (Born 16 December 1966) is an English former footballer and manager best known for his time as a Chelsea midfielder.
During his time with Chelsea, he won many trophies, including the FA Cup in 1997 and the League Cup in 1998.
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- Full name: Dennis Wise
- Stage name: Dennis Wise
- Date of birth: December 16, 1966
- Age: 58 years old
- Place of birth: Kensington, London
- Nationality: English
- Occupation: Professional soccer player and manager
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- Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Wise
- Siblings: Unknown
- Spouse: Claire Wise
- Children: Three (Amber, George, and Henry Wise)
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $60 million – $80 million (USD)
Early life
Dennis Wise was born in Kensington, London, on 16 December 1966. He was born into the British family of Mr. and Mrs. Wise and was a British citizen by birth and ancestry.
He grew up in Kensington, London and started playing football at a young age. His talent was revealed early on and he joined the Chelsea youth academy as a teenager.
Wise’s determination and skill set him apart, earning him his first-team debut for Chelsea in 1985.
His early experiences in the youth and reserve teams helped shape his career, paving the way for his future successes in professional football.
Wise was a standout on the school football team as a boy. He attended top public schools in Kensington for his formal education.
He decided not to pursue the university path but focused on pursuing his dream of becoming a professional football player.
Career
Dennis Wise is a former English footballer and coach, best known for his time as a midfielder for Chelsea. Wise is considered one of the iconic players in the English Premier League.
He made a significant impact at Chelsea, where he played from 1990 to 2001. Wise was known for his leadership, perseverance and skills on the ball. During his time with Chelsea, he won many trophies, including the FA Cup in 1997 and the League Cup in 1998.
Furthermore, Wise led Chelsea to win the 1998 UEFA Cup championship. After the Cup Winners’ Cup championship, he helped Chelsea win the UEFA Super Cup in 1998. Wise is Chelsea’s longtime captain, known with leadership and an influential presence on the field.
After leaving Chelsea, Wise continued his career with clubs such as Leicester City and Millwall and also had a spell in Scotland with Glasgow Rangers.
As well as playing for Millwall, he also managed the team, leading them to the FA Cup final in 2004, where they lost to Manchester United.
After a successful professional playing career, Wise retired as a footballer and moved into management, where he took on roles at clubs such as Millwall and Newcastle United. His management career has had periods of success but also ups and downs.
Wise is also a prominent member of the England National Team. He has 21 caps for England, representing his country between 1991 and 2000.
After retiring from professional football, Wise is also known for his work as a football expert and commentator. Dennis Wise’s career was marked by his competitive spirit, leadership qualities and countless successes as a player and in management.
Social Media
- Instagram handle: @denniswise11
Personal life
Dennis Wise keeps most of his personal life relatively private, but some details are known to the public.
He is 58 years old and celebrates his birthday on December 16 and December 16 every year. Wise is married to Claire Wise. The couple has three children: Amber, George and Henry. Wise highly values family life and has mentioned in interviews the importance of family support throughout his career. After retiring from professional football, Wise participated in many different business ventures.
He has also appeared on reality television, notably participating in the British reality show “I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!” in 2017, where he reached the final and finished in fifth place.
Wise has been involved in charitable activities, including attending football matches for charity and supporting various causes.
Wise has worked as a football expert and commentator, providing insight and analysis to various media outlets.
His career was full of controversy, including disciplinary issues on and off the field as well as a tumultuous period in an executive role at Newcastle United.
Despite his ups and downs, Dennis Wise remains a respected figure in the football community, known for his contributions to the sport on and off the field.
Net worth
Dennis Wise has made a fortune as a professional football manager and club manager, and has diversified his wealth into other business ventures.
He is estimated to be worth $60 million – $80 million (USD).