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Robin Olsen, born on January 8, 1990, is a Swedish professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for English club Everton and the Swedish national team.
Early Career
Robin Olsen started his youth career with Malmö FF and then joined Bunkeflo IF. In 2009, he made his professional debut with Bunkeflo IF in Division 1, the third tier of Swedish football.
He then moved to the Swedish top-flight club Malmö FF in 2011, where he won two Allsvenskan titles in 2013 and 2014. In 2015, he transferred to FC Copenhagen, where he won three Danish Superliga titles in a row. In 2018, he transferred to Italian club AS Roma for a €8.5 million fee, making him the most expensive goalkeeper in the club’s history at that time.
After two seasons in Serie A, Olsen transferred to Everton on loan in October 2020, and later signed a permanent contract in January 2021.
Goal Records and Reputations
Olsen has earned a reputation as a dependable shot stopper with excellent reflexes. He has a clean sheet record of 34% in his club career, and an impressive 44% clean sheet record in his international career.
He has also scored one career goal on March 29, 2014, in a match against Östersunds FK, making him one of the few goalkeepers in professional football to have scored a goal.
Endorsements
Olsen has been sponsored by several brands during his career, including Nike, Puma, and Adidas. He has also appeared in commercials for Volvo and Mercedes-Benz.
Personal Life
Olsen is married to his wife, Jessica, and the couple has two children together. He has not disclosed much of his educational background, but it is known that he attended Bunkeflo IF’s academy.
He is a car enthusiast and owns a Mercedes-Benz GLE, a sporty all-terrain vehicle. He also owns a luxurious house in his hometown of Malmö, Sweden.
Net Worth
According to Celebrity Net Worth, Olsen’s net worth is estimated to be around $5 million dollars.
| Currency | Net Worth |
|---|---|
| US Dollar | $5 million |
| Naira | ₦2.1 billion |
| Canadian Dollar | $6.3 million |
| Ghana Cedi | GH₵ 28,895,115 |
| Kenya Shilling | KES 541,098,375 |
| South Africa Rand | R 75,027,500 |
| Uganda Shilling | UGX 18,661,390,000 |
| India Rupee | ₹ 372 crore |
Awards and Nominations
- Allsvenskan Goalkeeper of the Year: 2016
- Superliga Goalkeeper of the Year: 2017 and 2018
- UEFA Europa League Squad of the Season: 2017–18
Overall, Olsen has cemented his reputation as one of the best goalkeepers in Europe, and his wealth and success are a testament to his hard work and talent.