Biography
Dominic Ayodele Solanke-Mitchell (born 14 September 1997), professionally known as Dominic Solanke, is an English professional footballer of Nigerian descent.
Dominic Solanke is currently showcasing his skills as a striker for AFC Bournemouth in the prestigious English Premier League.
In addition to his contributions to his club, Dominic Solanke has proudly represented England at various stages of his career, from youth level to the highly respected senior team. His dedication and talent have seen him make a significant impact on football at home and abroad.
English football player
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| Full name: | Dominic Ayodele Solanke-Mitchell |
| Stage name: | Dominic Solanke |
| Born: | September 14, 1997 (age 26) |
| Place of birth: | Read, UK |
| Nationality: | Nigerian |
| Education: | Brighton Hill Community College |
| Height: | 1.87 minutes |
| Parents: | Mr. and Mrs. Solanke |
| Siblings: | Do not have |
| Couple: | Unmarried |
| Girlfriend • Partner: | Erica Raimondi |
| The children: | Do not have |
| Job: | Football player |
| Net worth: | 5 million pounds |
Early life and education
Dominic Solanke, a professional football prodigy, was born in Reading, Berkshire, on 14 September 1997. He is of mixed descent, with a Nigerian Yoruba father, Mr. Solanke, and an English mother, Mrs. Solanke.
Growing up, Dominic Solanke attended Brighton Hill Community College in Basingstoke to study.
Unfortunately, there is no information about the names of his father and mother or any details about his siblings, as this personal information has not been disclosed to the media. It is worth noting that Dominic Solanke is not related to West Brom defender Tomiwa Solanke.
Career
Dominic Solanke began his professional football journey at Chelsea, where he made his debut in October 2014. This was the start of a path that took him to Vitesse in the Eredivisie for the 2015–2016 season via a loan spell. In July 2017, he moved to Liverpool, making 27 appearances before moving to AFC Bournemouth in January 2019.
Dominic Solanke’s journey extended to England’s youth teams, from under-16 to under-21 level. He played a key role in England’s under-17 victory at the 2014 UEFA European Under-17 Championship and the under-20 team’s victory at the 2017 FIFA U-20 World Cup. His outstanding performances at the latter tournament earned him the prestigious Ballon d’Or award, recognising him as the best player.
In November 2017, Dominic Solanke made his England debut as a substitute in a friendly against Brazil. He has also featured for England in other matches.
On 19 August 2023, Dominic Solanke played a key role in assisting Semenyo A to score his first goal against Liverpool. Despite their efforts, their team suffered a 3-1 defeat at Anfield against Liverpool.
Awards & Nominations
- Chelsea Academy Player of the Year 2014-15
- England Young Player of the Year 2014
- FIFA U-20 World Cup 2017 Golden Ball
- EFL Championship Team of the Season 2021–22
- PFA Team of the Year: 2021–22 Championship
- Bournemouth’s Fans’ Player of the Year 2022
- EFL Championship Player of the Season 2022 (Nominated)
Social media
- Instagram handle: Dom Solanke (@solanke)
- Twitter Username: Dom Solanke (@DomSolanke)
- Facebook: Dominic Solanke
Personal life
Dominic Solanke, a 26-year-old footballer known for his abilities on the pitch, has found love in Erica Raimondi, a talented and successful freelance graphic designer. The couple has made a huge commitment to each other by getting engaged on November 17, 2022, taking their romance to the next level.
Eager to share their happy news with the world, they took to Instagram and posted a glamorous photo of their engagement using their usernames. While they are enjoying this exciting phase of their lives, Dominic Solanke and Erica Raimondi still need to take steps to expand their family and currently do not have any children.
Net worth
Dominic Solanke has amassed a considerable net worth of around £5 million. This huge fortune can be attributed to his successful professional football career. Dominic Solanke, who currently plays for AFC Bournemouth, earns £50,000 a week, which equates to £2.6 million a year.
