Biography
Kai Lukas Havertz (born 11 June 1999), known as Kai Havertz, is a German professional footballer. After completing his youth academy training at Bayer Leverkusen in 2016, Havertz made his senior debut with the club later that year.
Kai Havertz plays as an attacking midfielder or striker for Arsenal in the Premier League and the German national team. His reputation is built on his exceptional creativity, accurate passing and incredible goalscoring ability.
German football player
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Full name: | Kai Lukas Havertz |
Stage name: | Kai Havertz |
Born: | June 11, 1999 (age 25) |
Place of birth: | Aachen, Germany |
Nationality: | German |
Education: | Landrat-Lucas Gymnasium |
Height: | 1.93 minutes |
Parents: | Ralf Havertz and Anne Havertz |
Siblings: | Leah Havertz and Jan Havertz |
Couple: | Leonie Weber (2023) |
Girlfriend • Partner: | Leonie Weber (2018) |
The children: | Do not have |
Job: | Football player |
Net worth: | $10 million – $50 million |
Early life and education
Kai Havertz, a talented football player, was born on June 11, 1999 in Aachen, Germany. Growing up in Mariadorf, a district of Alsdorf, he later moved to Aachen with his family.
Kai’s father, Ralf Havertz, was a dedicated police officer, while his mother, Anne Havertz, pursued a successful career as a lawyer.
In the Havertz family, Kai Havertz has two siblings, Leah Havertz and Jan Havertz. Throughout his educational journey, Kai attended both Heilig-Geist Gymnasium And Landrat-Lucas Gymnasium.
Career
Kai Havertz’s football journey began when he was just five years old, playing for local club Alemannia Mariadorf. At the age of 11, he joined Bayer Leverkusen’s youth academy and showed rapid progress.
Having reached the age of 17 in 2016, Havertz made his professional debut for Bayer Leverkusen, becoming the youngest player ever to do so in the Bundesliga. The following year, he consolidated his record by becoming their youngest ever goalscorer.
Having shown his incredible talent and potential, Kai Havertz has quickly become one of the most promising young players in Europe. Interestingly, he is the youngest player in the German top flight to reach 50 and 100 appearances in the league. Furthermore, Havertz’s remarkable goalscoring ability was demonstrated in the 2018-19 season when he scored an impressive 17 goals, becoming the youngest player to reach 30 goals in the Bundesliga.
Kai Havertz joined Chelsea in September 2020 for a record transfer fee of £75 million, becoming the most expensive signing in the club’s history. He is expected to play a key role in the team.
Despite struggling in his first season with Chelsea, Havertz showed his talent by scoring the winning goal in both the Champions League final against Manchester City and the FIFA Club World Cup final against Palmeiras.
Kai Havertz joined Arsenal, a London-based club, in June 2023 after paying a transfer fee of £60 million. The talented player agreed a five-year contract with Arsenal, where he is expected to play a key role in the team. Furthermore, he has also represented Germany in prestigious tournaments such as UEFA Euro 2020 and FIFA World Cup 2022.
In a dramatic match against Brentford on 25 November 2023, Kai Havertz showed his talent for Arsenal by scoring an emotional last-minute winner. The win was secured through an excellent pass from Bukayo Saka, who Havertz praised for his significant contribution. The win not only marked Havertz’s first goal from open play since his arrival at the club but also highlighted the tense nature of the game, making it all the more memorable for Arsenal fans.
Awards & Nominations
Fritz Walter Medal
- Fritz Walter Gold Medal (U19): 2018
- Fritz Walter Silver Medal (U17): 2016
Bundesliga Player of the Month
UEFA Champions League
UEFA Super Cup
FIFA Club World Cup
UEFA Man of the Match
- FIFA Club World Cup 2021 Final
Social media
- Instagram: @kaihavertz29
- Twitter: @kaihavertz29
Personal life
Kai Havertz, 25, and Leonie Weber have been in a relationship since 2018. They are extremely happy together. Their relationship is very obvious, as they are often seen together at various social gatherings and are often spotted together on Havertz’s social media platforms.
The happy news of their engagement was shared with the world in July 2023, although a specific wedding date has yet to be determined. At this point, Havertz and Weber have yet to welcome any children into their lives.
Net worth
Kai Havertz’s net worth is believed to be between $10 million and $50 million. This considerable amount of money can be attributed to his lucrative contracts with prestigious football clubs and numerous endorsement deals with famous brands.
Havertz’s financial success can largely be attributed to his outstanding achievements on the pitch. The talented footballer is among the highest paid players at Arsenal, with an annual salary of nearly £14.56 million. His impressive ability and bright future are evident in such a large income, which suggests that he will likely continue to see his salary increase in the coming years.