Oscar Bobb is a rising star in football, playing as a right winger for Manchester City and the Norway national team.
He has been compared to some of the best players in history, such as Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Kylian Mbappé.
He is also one of the youngest players to ever debut for his club and country, making him a prodigy in the sport.
Profile
- Full name: Oscar Bobb
- Date of birth: July 12, 2003
- Age: 21 years old
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: Oslo, Norway
- Nationality: Norwegian
- Profession: Professional footballer
- Height: 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in)
- Parents: Turid Gunnes (mother), unknown father
- Siblings: N/A
- Spouse: N/A
- Children: N/A
- Relationship status: Single
- Net worth: $10 million
Early Life & Education
Oscar Bobb, now 21, was born on July 12, 2003, in Oslo, Norway, to Turid Gunnes, a former actress and singer, and a yet-to-be-identified father.
He never met his father, who left before he was born and was raised by his mother, who supported his passion for football.
He started playing at a local club called Lyn Oslo when he was six years old and soon showed his talent and potential.
He attended a sports school in Oslo, where he balanced his academic and athletic pursuits.
He also played for the Norway national youth teams, representing his country at various tournaments and competitions.
Personal Life
Oscar Bobb is currently single and has not publicly been romantically linked to anyone.
He is very close to his mother, his biggest fan and inspiration. He also has a good relationship with his teammates and coaches, who praise his work ethic and attitude.
He is fluent in Norwegian and English and is learning Spanish and Portuguese.
Career
Oscar Bobb’s career began at Lyn Oslo, where he played for the youth and senior teams until he was 15.
He then moved to Portugal to join Porto, one of the biggest clubs in Europe but faced legal issues with FIFA, the governing body of football, who ruled that his transfer was invalid due to his age and nationality.
He had to return to Norway and play for Vålerenga, another club in Oslo until he turned 18.
He impressed at Vålerenga, scoring 15 goals and providing 12 assists in 42 appearances and attracting the attention of several top clubs.
In 2019, he signed for Manchester City, the reigning champions of England, for a reported fee of $30 million.
He made his senior debut for the club in 2023 as a substitute in a league match against Liverpool. He scored his first goal for the club in the same match, helping his team win 3-1.
He quickly established himself as a regular starter for the club, forming a formidable partnership with Raheem Sterling and Phil Foden on the wings.
He helped his club win the Premier League, the FA Cup, and the UEFA Champions League in his first season, scoring 18 goals and providing 16 assists in 45 appearances.
He also made his senior debut for the Norway national team in 2023, becoming the youngest player to ever play for the country.
He scored his first goal for the national team in a World Cup qualifier against Sweden, securing a 2-1 victory for his team.
He was selected for the 2024 World Cup squad, where he is expected to be one of the main stars of the tournament.
Awards
Oscar Bobb has won several awards and accolades, individually and collectively, throughout his career. Some of the most notable ones are:
- Manchester City’s Elite Development Squad’s 2021/22 Player of the Year.
- Premier League 2 title with Manchester City’s under-23 team in 2021 and 2022.
- Manchester City’s Academy Player of the Year award in 2023.
Social Media
- Instagram handle: @oscarbobb
- Twitter handle: @oscarbobb
Net Worth
Oscar Bobb’s net worth is estimated at $10 million.
He earns $200,000 per week from his contract with Manchester City until 2027.
