David Alaba is largely considered to be one of the most versatile and also smart footballers of this generation. After playing a central role in establishing the dominance of Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga, Alaba has established the legend of his club and country career at Real Madrid. Off pitch, he is sober, humile, stylish and a very strong Christian believer.
Early life
David Olatukunbo Alaba was born on 24 June 1992, in Vienna, Austria to a Filipina mother and a Nigerian father. He was born to a Nurse and former beauty queen mother (Gina) and a father (George Alaba) who was a prince of the Ogere village in Nigeria, a musician as well as a DJ in Austria.
Alaba started playing football in local club SV Aspern, in the state of Vienna, and entered youth system of Austria Wien and subsequently Bayern Munich in the year 2008, at age 16.
Club Career
Bayern Munich (2008 - 2021)
Alaba played his first professional match in Bayern Munich in 2010, and soon he was an indispensable part of the roster. His tactical awareness, being the man that he was, was able to play in positions such as left-back, centre-back, and in central midfield.
Alaba was part of the Bayern team that since he played in the club has enjoyed dominance in German football over a period of 11 years.
- Bayern Achievements:
- Titles of Bundesliga: 10
- DFB-Pokal: 6
- UEFA Champions League: 2 (2013, 2020)
- UEFA Super Cup and Club World Cup: Multiple victories
- Appearances: 431
- Goals: 33
Real Madrid (2021 - Present)
In 2021, Alaba became a free agent and signed to Real Madrid to replace their club icon Sergio Ramos. He soon found his feet in La Liga, where he has made a solid combination with Edder Militao.
Madrid Accomplishments (up to now):
- La Liga: 2 titles
- Champions League: 1 (2021/22)
- Wins: Spanish Super Cup & UEFA Super Cup more than once
Alaba is still one of the most respected defenders in world football despite his injury later on in his Madrid stint.
International Career
At the age of 17, Alaba was called up to play in the country of Austria against the Netherlands. He has since received more than 100 caps, been made team captain and has participated in more than one European Championship.
Austria Stats:
- Caps: 105 (at 2025)
- Goals: 15
- Tournaments: Euro 2020, European Championship 2024, Euro 2016
He has been considered the best Austrian footballer of the current period.
Wife, Family and Person Life
David Alaba has a partner, German model and PR manager Shalimar Heppner, with whom he is in a long-term relationship. The pair maintains a fairly low-key profile and are parents to a son who was born in 2019.
Alaba is a very religious man and he likes to share Bible verses on social media. He is a religious man, who is a frequent church-goer and whose achievement has been attributed to his belief and the support of his family.
Net Worth
David Alabas net worth stands at a projected amount of 25 Million dollars by 2025. His sources of income are:
- Salary at Real Madrid
- Product endorsements (especially with the Adidas, and Beats by Dre brands)
- Real estate and investment
- Appearance fees and bonuses
The fact that he joined Madrid in a free transfer with a reported signing bonus of 17 million Euros enhanced his salary eminently.
