Jean Makoun
- January 4, 2024
- Soccer Player
Quick Facts
| Full Name | Jean Makoun |
| Occupation | Soccer Player |
| Date Of Birth | May 29, 1983(1983-05-29) |
| Age | 41 |
| Birthplace | Yaounde |
| Country | Cameroon |
| Horoscope | Gemini |
Jean Makoun Biography
| Name | Jean Makoun |
| Birthday | May 29 |
| Birth Year | 1983 |
| Place Of Birth | Yaounde |
| Birth Country | Cameroon |
| Birth Sign | Gemini |
Jean Makoun is one of the most popular and richest Soccer Player who was born on May 29, 1983 in Yaounde, Cameroon. Defensive midfielder who joined Stade Rennais in 2013 and became a member of the Cameroonian national team in 2003.
He and Eric Djemba-Djemba became teammates on the Cameroonian national team.
Makoun was part of the Cameroonian 2004 African Nations Cup team, which finished top of its group in the first round of competition. before failing to secure qualification for the semi-finals. Makoun also participated in the 2006 African Nations Cup, 2008 African Nations Cup and 2010 African Nations Cup. He participated in all of Cameroon’s games in their disappointing 2010 FIFA World Cup. Makoun scored twice against Tunisia to seal a 4-1 victory in the return match of the CAF Third Qualification Round for 2014 FIFA World Cup. This ensured Cameroon qualification to the World Cup.
On 16 June 2008, Makoun signed with seven-time French champions Olympique Lyonnais on a four-year contract. The fee was worth €14 million with Lille set to receive another €1 million based on incentives. During his time with Lyon, Makoun wore the number 17 shirt, which was retired in 2003 after the death of Cameroonian midfielder Marc-Vivien Foé. Makoun, also from Cameroon and a native of Yaoundé, stated on wearing the number: “In memory of Marc, for me and for the whole Cameroon, this will be for something.” On the opening game of the season, he scored his first goal on his debut in a 3–0 win over Toulouse. In two consecutive games, he scored three in two games, in a brace against Nice and one against Le Havre, and which he made a double assist. Meanwhile, in the Champions League campaign, Makoun scored two goals in eight different games against Fiorentina in the group stage Matchday, which Lyon won 2–1 and Barcelona in the last-sixteen second leg, which Lyon lost 5–2. In his first season at Lyon, Makoun established himself in the first team in the midfield position.
He was born in Yaounde, Cameroon.
Jean Makoun Net Worth
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Source Of Income | Soccer Player |
| House | Living in own house. |
Jean Makoun is one of the richest Soccer Player from Cameroon. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Jean Makoun 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
He spent his youth career with Cotonsport Garoua, Jeunesse Star and Tonnerre Yaounde.
He debuted professionally for Lille in 2001 and went on to appear in 165 matches for the club across seven years.
Jean II Makoun (French pronunciation: [ʒɑ̃ dø mɑkun] ) (born 29 May 1983) is a Cameroonian footballer who plays as a central midfielder. He played for the Cameroon national football team from 2003 to 2015.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
| Height | 5 ft 8 in |
| Weight | 143 lbs |
Jean Makoun height 5 ft 8 in Jean weight 143 lbs & body measurements will update soon.
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On 20 October 2012, Makoun scored his first goal, since his return to the club, in a 2–1 win over champions Montpellier. Having established himself in the first team, Manager Frédéric Antonetti praised Makoun’s performance, with one goal in five starts and said to L’Equipe: “He is an experienced player, positive and generous, It is such big help for a young team as ours.” In a 2–1 win over Paris Saint-Germain on 17 November 2012, Makoun received a red card after second bookable offence. On 23 February 2013, Makoun scored his second goal in a 2–2 draw against Sochaux. Having made 22 appearance and scored twice, it was announced on 1 April that he would be joining Rennes on a permanent basis from 1 July.
Facts & Trivia
Jean Ranked on the list of most popular Soccer Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Cameroon. Jean Makoun celebrates birthday on May 29 of every year.
He left Aston Villa at the end of the 2012–13 season, with Rennes deciding to make his loan move permanent for an undisclosed amount.