Simon Thorup Kjaer (born 26 March 1989) is a Danish professional player who plays as a center-back for Serie A club Milan and is captain of the Denmark national team.
He was awarded the 2007 Danish young talent of the year as well as the 2009 Danish Talent of the Year. Kjaer has played in more than 110 games for Denmark as well as participation in the FIFA World Cup in 2010 and 2018 as well as his participation in the UEFA European Championship in 2012 and 2020.
Simon Kjaer Bio/Wiki
| Birth Name | Simon Thorup Kjaer |
| Nick Name | The Viking |
| Age | 33 (as in 2022) Years |
| Religion | Christian |
| Sun Sign/Zodiac Sign | Aries |
| Birth Place | Horsens, Denmark |
| Date of Birth | 26 March 1989 |
| Nationality | Danish |
| Residence | Horsens, Denmark |
| Home Town | Horsens, Denmark |
| Food Habit | Non-Vegetarian |
| Hobbies | Watching Movies, Horse Riding |
Personal life
Alongside speaking Danish Kjaer is also fluent in five languages, which includes English in addition to Italian (having learned Italian through his period in Palermo). When he was a kid, he was a fan of John Terry and Fabio Cannavaro and was a huge supporter of Liverpool. Although his father was in favor of him becoming a soccer player, however, his mother, who was a teacher, was not.
Even though he didn’t like studying when at school Kjaer was able to earn his degree. He got married to his long-time girlfriend, Camilla. They’ve known each other since they were a teenager. They broke in the middle and, at some point, Kjaer began a relationship with Elina Gellert, who is a Swedish national. They have two children: Milas as well as Viggo. In the summer of 2017, they tied the knot.
Kjaer discussed superstition, saying: “I am a believer but not a practitioner. The first sock I wear is always the right one. But not just before every game. I do it every morning.”
International career
Kjaer trying to stop Wesley Sneijder’s shot in the match against Denmark and Netherlands during the UEFA Euro 2012 campaign
Kjaer was the only player to make a debut in the team of Denmark U18 on September 19th, 2006, when he scored a 4-0 win over Slovakia U18. Kjaer made his debut with the Denmark national team for under-19s on September 6, 2006, at 17 years of age, and defeated Portugal U19 by a score of 3-2. He played in a total of 10 games and scored a goal for the under-19s up to October 2007 and won the title of 2007 Danish under-19 player of the year. The under-19s coach concluded that Kjaer was an impressive defender, even at his age. After his breakthrough with Midtjylland Kjaer was relieved from the under-19s squad in March 2008 in order to not wear his body out.
Kjaer was picked up by the Denmark national under-21 team in May 2008 to be an alternative to Michael Jakobsen, making his debut in a defeat of 0-4 in a friendly match against Germany under-21s. He was not in the under-21 squad during his first game at Palermo and was then recalled in October of 2008, playing the match as an uninvolved substitute for Magnus Troest and Mathias Jorgensen. Kjaer was an unreserved substitute in the friendly game against Greece after which he returned to the under-21s for one game in March 2009. He was performing well enough that the coach for under-21s Keld Bordinggaard urged him to be considered to be recalled to Olsen’s team. He then made two appearances on the U21 team.
Kjaer played his first Denmark U20 appearance, playing France U20 on November 19, 2008.
| Family | |
| Mother’s Name | Lotte Kjaer Simon Kjaer Childhood Picture With His Mother |
| Father’s Name | Jorn Kjaer Simon Kjaer Father |
| Brother(s) | Not Available He has two brothers and sisters. Fabinho With His Family- Wife, Siblings |
| Sister(s) | Alberte Kjaer |
| Girlfriends/Affairs | |
| Affairs/Girlfriends | Elina Gollert |
| Marital Status, Wife and Children | |
| Wife/Spouse | Elina Gollert Simon Kjaer With His Wife |
| Marriage Date | June 24, 2017 |
| Marriage Place | Rona, Italy |
| Children | Daughters- None Sons- * Milas Kjaer * Viggo Kjaer Simon Kjaer With His Wife And Children |
| Education | |
| School | He was among those who graduated from the FCM’s soccer academy, which was the very first in Denmark. |
| College/University | Not Available |
| Educational Qualification | Graduated |
| Profession | Professional Footballer |
| Brands Endorsed | Nike |
| Career Manager | His representation is through Beckster Int.. |
| Football Career | |
| Debut Club | * January 2020: A.C. Milan * 2019: Atalanta B.C. * 2017: Sevilla FC * June 17, 2015: Fenerbahce S.K. * July 5, 2013: LOSC Lille * 2011: A.S.Roma * July 8, 2010: VfL Wolfsburg * 2008: Palermo F.C. * 2007: FC Midtjylland |
| Debut International | *2009: Denmark national football team *2008: Denmark national under-21 football team |
| Jersey Number | * 24 (A.C. Milan) *4 (Denmark national team of football) |
| Current Team(s) | * A.C. Milan * Denmark national team for football |
| Coach/Mentor | Vincenzo Montella |
| Position | * Primary post centre-back * Other position Other position: Defensive Midfield |
| Foot | Right |
| Strengths | Not Available |
| Weaknesses | None |
| Achievements | Not Available |
| Height, Weight, and Figure Measurements | |
| Height (Approx.) | in centimeters- 190 cm in meters – 1.90 in meters- 1.90 in feet inches- 6’3″ |
| Weight (Approx.) | in kilograms- 86 kg in pounds- 190 lbs |
| Figure Measurements | |
| Chest Size | 42 inches |
| Biceps Size | 15 inches |
| Waist Size | 34 inches |
| Extra Ordinary Features | |
| Race / Ethnicity | Danish |
| Hair Color | Blonde |
| Eye Color | Black |
| S*xual Orientation | Straight |
| Distinctive Features | Not Available |
| Dress Size | Not Available |
| Shoe Size | 10 U.S. |
| Favourite Things | |
| Favorite Playing Position | Centre-Back |
| Favorite Car | Audi |
| Favorite Food | Italian Food |
| Favorite Drinks | Coffee |
| Role Models | Sergio Ramos |
| Favorite Color | Blue |
| Favorite Website | Twitter & Instagram |
| Favorite Animal | Dog |
| Favorite Footballer | Ronaldo |
| Favorite Cell Phone/Brand | iPhone/Apple |
| Controversies | None |
