Gheorghe Hagi is often hailed as one of the greatest Romanian footballers of all time, having become famous for his extraordinary playing skills.
Dubbed the “Maradona of the Carpathians”, Hagi’s career was marked by his playmaking ability, particularly his performances at Steaua București and Galatasaray, where he led both clubs to numerous victories.
His notable moments included key roles in international tournaments, particularly in the 1994 World Cup, which cemented his reputation as a world-class midfielder.
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- Full name: Gheorghe Hagi
- Nickname: Maradona of the Carpathian Mountains
- Date of birth: February 5, 1965
- Age: 59 years old
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: Săcele, Constanța County, Romania
- Nationality: Romanian
- Occupation: Football player, Coach
- Height: 1.74 m (5 ft 9 in)
- Parents: None
- Siblings: None
- Spouse: Marilena Hagi
- Children: Ianis Hagi, Kira Hagi
- Relationship status: Married
- Religion: None
- Ethnicity: White
- Net worth: $35 million
Early life and education
Gheorghe Hagi, born February 5, 1965, in Săcele, Constanța County, Romania, is 59 years old.
Growing up in a small town, details of Hagi’s childhood life, including information about his parents and siblings, remain largely unknown.
From a young age, his exceptional football skills were evident, leading him to pursue a career in the sport. Hagi’s ethnicity is Caucasian and he holds Romanian nationality.
His educational background is not clearly documented as he focused mainly on football from a young age.
Personal life
Gheorghe Hagi is married to Marilena Hagi and they have two children: Ianis Hagi and Kira Hagi.
Ianis has followed in his father’s footsteps and is making a name for himself in football.
Career
Hagi’s professional football career began with Farul Constanța, but it was his time at Steaua București that brought him widespread recognition.
At Steaua, he led the team to the 1989 European Cup final. Hagi then joined Real Madrid, although his time there was not very successful.
He also played for Brescia and Barcelona before achieving considerable success at Galatasaray, winning several league titles and the UEFA Cup in 2000.
Internationally, Hagi was a key figure for the Romanian national team, playing in three consecutive World Cups in the 1990s and leading the team to the quarter-finals in 1990 and 1994.
Prize
- UEFA Jubilee Award – Best Romanian Player of the Last 50 Years (2004)
- UEFA Cup – Galatasaray (2000)
- Turkish League title – Galatasaray (1997-2000)
- Turkish Cup – Galatasaray (1999, 2000)
- Super Cup – Galatasaray (2000)
- Romanian Footballer of the Year – Multiple Years
- FIFA World Cup All-Star Team (1994)
Net worth
Gheorghe Hagi’s net worth is estimated at $35 million.
His fortune comes from his successful playing career, his coaching role and his involvement in football academies, especially the Viitorul Constanța academy, which he founded and played a key role in developing young talent in Romania.
Social media
- Instagram: None
- Twitter: None
