Alphonso Davies is a Canadian professional soccer player known for his top-notch speed, dribbling ability, and flexibility on the pitch.
Born in Ghana as a Liberian refugee, he has become one of the finest full-backs in the world.
Davies plays left-back or winger for Bundesliga club Bayern Munich and represents the Canadian national team. His remarkable skills and service have earned him the nickname “The Roadrunner.”
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Profile
- Full Name: Alphonso Boyle Davies
- Nickname: Roadrunner
- Date of Birth: November 2, 2000
- Age: 23 years old
- Gender: Male
- Place of Birth: Buduburam, Ghana
- Nationality: Canadian
- Profession: Professional soccer player
- Height: 1.83 m (6 ft 0 in)
- Parents: Debeah Davies (father) and Victoria Davies (mother)
- Siblings: Six siblings
- Relationship Status: Dating
- Partner: Jordyn Huitema
- Children: N/A
- Net Worth: $3 million
Early Life & Education
Alphonso Davies, currently 23, was born on November 2, 2000, in Buduburam, a refugee camp in Ghana. He was the fourth child among his six siblings.
His parents, Debeah and Victoria Davies, originally lived in Monrovia, the capital of Liberia. However, they were forced to flee during the Second Liberian Civil War, which displaced hundreds of thousands of Liberians. 2005, the Davies family emigrated to Canada, eventually settling in Edmonton.
At 14, Davies made a significant decision to relocate alone to Vancouver. He joined the Whitecaps FC Residency program, where he could further develop his soccer skills.
As part of the program, he attended Burnaby Central Secondary School. In June 2017, he received Canadian citizenship, transitioning from a Liberian national to a proud Canadian.
P
ersonal Life
In September 2017, Davies got into a relationship with fellow Canadian Jordyn Huitema. Huitema is a forward for Paris Saint-Germain and the Canada women’s national team.
In September 2019, Davies was fined €20,000 for being late to a Bayern practice after visiting Huitema in Paris.
By June 2020, it was announced by the French press that Davies was interested in having Huitema sign with Bayern’s women’s team.
On May 22, 2022, Davies announced on social media that he and Huitema had ended their relationship.
Career
Davies’ soccer journey began when he joined the Vancouver Whitecaps FC Residency program in 2015 at 14.
He showcased his talent and quickly caught the attention of the club. In 2016, he made his professional debut with the Whitecaps FC 2, the club’s USL team.
Davies impressed everyone by becoming the youngest player signed to a USL contract at 15 years and 3 months old.
He scored his first professional goal in May 2016, setting a record as the youngest goal scorer in USL history.
His exceptional performances earned him a spot on the Vancouver Whitecaps FC’s first-team roster. Davies made his MLS debut in July 2016, becoming the second-youngest player in the league.
He continued to make significant contributions, scoring goals and assisting his teammates. Davies’ talent did not go unnoticed, as he attracted interest from European clubs like Manchester United, Chelsea, and Liverpool.
In July 2018, it was announced that Davies would join Bundesliga powerhouse Bayern Munich. He finished the 2018 MLS season with Vancouver and officially joined Bayern in January 2019.
Davies made his Bundesliga debut as a substitute in January 2019 and scored his first goal for Bayern in March 2019.
Since then, he has become a key player for the club, showcasing his versatility as both a left-back and winger.
During the 2019-20 season, Davies played a crucial role in Bayern’s success. He helped the team win the Bundesliga title and the DFB-Pokal.
Additionally, he was instrumental in Bayern’s UEFA Champions League triumph, as they secured a historic continental treble. Davies’ performances earned him recognition as the Bundesliga Rookie of the Season for 2019-20.
Net Worth
Alphonso Davies has an estimated net worth of $6.1 million.
His lucrative contract with Bayern Munich and various endorsement deals contribute to his financial success.
Social Media
- Instagram handle: @alphonsodavies
- Twitter handle: @alphonsodavies