Thomas Vermaelen
- January 4, 2024
- Soccer Player
Quick Facts
| Full Name | Thomas Vermaelen |
| Occupation | Soccer Player |
| Date Of Birth | Nov 14, 1985(1985-11-14) |
| Age | 39 |
| Birthplace | Kapellen |
| Country | Belgium |
| Birth City | Flemish Region |
| Horoscope | Scorpio |
Thomas Vermaelen Biography
| Name | Thomas Vermaelen |
| Birthday | Nov 14 |
| Birth Year | 1985 |
| Place Of Birth | Kapellen |
| Home Town | Flemish Region |
| Birth Country | Belgium |
| Birth Sign | Scorpio |
| Parents | Annemie Dingemans, Luc Vermaelen |
| Spouse | Polly Parsons |
| Children(s) | Ace Vermaelen, Raff Vermaelen |
Thomas Vermaelen is one of the most popular and richest Soccer Player who was born on November 14, 1985 in Kapellen, Flemish Region, Belgium. Center back who was made the head for Arsenal FC after first joining the team in the year 2009. The year 2014 was the first time he started training for Barcelona. He was a member of the Belgium national team in 2006.
He was a teammate with He joined teammate Bacary Sagna on Arsenal in 2009. at Arsenal the team in 2009.
Vermaelen joined the Ajax youth academy in 2000 and won the 2003–04 Eredivisie title in his first season with the club. He had a loan spell with RKC Waalwijk before rejoining Ajax and winning the KNVB Cup and Johan Cruyff Shield. After Klaas-Jan Huntelaar’s departure in 2009, he served as club captain for the remainder of the season. He joined Arsenal in 2009 and was included in the PFA Premier League Team of the Year for that season. Following Robin van Persie’s transfer to Manchester United in August 2012, he was named club captain but found first team opportunities limited due to the success of Arsenal’s new first-choice defensive partnership of Per Mertesacker and Laurent Koscielny. In August 2014, he completed a £15 million transfer to Barcelona in La Liga.
Vermaelen joined the academy of Dutch club Ajax. He made his professional debut on 15 February 2004 in a 0–2 away win over FC Volendam.
He began to date Polly Parsons in 2012 and they got married in June of 2017. Their sons are, Raff Ace and Raff. Ace.
Thomas Vermaelen Net Worth
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Source Of Income | Soccer Player |
| House | Living in own house. |
Thomas Vermaelen is one of the richest Soccer Player from Belgium. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Thomas Vermaelen 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
He was a part of Ajax’s youth team from 15 until 18, before making his debut in the professional arena as a player in the 2003 season.
He was a part of helping Ajax to win in the KNVB Cup in 2006 and 2007.
Thomas Vermaelen (Dutch pronunciation: [ˈtoːmɑs fərˈmaːlə(n)] ; born 14 November 1985) is a Belgian professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for J1 League club Vissel Kobe and the Belgium national team.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
| Height | 6 ft 0 in |
Thomas Vermaelen height 6 ft 0 in Thomas weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.
Who is Thomas Vermaelen Dating?
According to our records, Thomas Vermaelen married to Polly Parsons. As of December 1, 2023, Thomas Vermaelen’s is not dating anyone.
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Vermaelen joined Arsenal from Ajax for an initial fee of €10 million (rising to €12 million) on 19 June 2009, signing a four-year contract. After Kolo Touré surrendered the number 5 jersey to him upon joining Manchester City, Vermaelen, with William Gallas, formed Arsenal’s central defence pairing. Vermaelen made his Premier League debut on 15 August 2009 in a 1–6 away win against Everton, and scored in the 37th minute. He became the 84th Arsenal player to score in their debut. He then scored a brace against Wigan Athletic in a 4–0 victory.
Facts & Trivia
Thomas Ranked on the list of most popular Soccer Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Belgium. Thomas Vermaelen celebrates birthday on November 14 of every year.
Following Cesc Fàbregas’ transfer to Barcelona in August 2011, Vermaelen was named vice-captain of Arsenal, with Robin van Persie named captain. On 6 September 2011, Vermaelen had treatment on his Achilles tendon which ruled him out for six weeks. On 18 October 2011, he signed a contract extension to keep him at the club for an additional four years. He made his long-awaited return against Bolton Wanderers in the fourth round of the League Cup, where he captained the side to a 2–1 victory at the Emirates Stadium. He suffered a suspected calf injury in the 84th minute, but to Arsenal’s relief, he stated in the post-match interview it was just a cramp. On 1 November, Vermaelen started his first UEFA Champions League game in three months against Marseille and played a key role in helping keep a clean sheet for the Gunners in which the game ended 0–0.
Is Thomas Vermaelen still playing?
On 21 January 2022, the Royal Belgian Football Association announced Vermaelen’s retirement as a player , adding that he would be joining the Belgium national team as an assistant coach ahead of the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
How old is Thomas Vermaelen?
36 years (November 14, 1985)
Who left Arsenal to Barcelona?
Barcelona have completed the signing of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang from Arsenal, after the forward left the north London club by mutual consent on Tuesday evening. The 32-year-old has signed a contract until June 2025, with the option to terminate in June 2023, and has a buyout clause of €100 million.
Who has played for Arsenal and Barcelona?
Cesc Fabregas ‘ time at Arsenal was sandwiched by two spells with Barcelona.
Where is Thomas Vermaelen now?
Belgium national football team