Who Is Emmanuel Eboué? Age, Biography and Wiki
Emmanuel Eboué, born on June 4, 1983, in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, is a former professional footballer known for his dynamic playing style and adaptability on the field. He garnered fame primarily through his tenure at Arsenal and the Ivorian national team, where his defensive skills and football intelligence shone brightly. As of 2025, Eboué is 41 years old and continues to be a prominent figure within the football community and beyond, engaging in various philanthropic and community initiatives.
| Occupation | Footballer |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | June 4, 1983 |
| Age | 42 Years |
| Birth Place | Abidjan, Ivory Coast |
| Horoscope | Gemini |
| Country | Ivory Coast |
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Emmanuel Eboué's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Standing at an impressive height of 6 feet (1.83 meters), Emmanuel Eboué maintained a robust physique during his playing days. Although specific details about his current weight are not publicly available, he was known to have weighed around 175 pounds (79 kg) during his active career. His athletic build and training regime contributed significantly to his success as a professional footballer.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
Regarding personal relationships, Emmanuel Eboué has generally maintained a relatively private life. As of 2025, there are no confirmed reports about his dating status; however, he was previously married to his wife, Aurelia Eboué, with whom he shares several children. Their relationship was known to be strong during his playing career, and they navigated the ups and downs of fame together. It is unclear if he has entered into new relationships since their separation.
Eboué is a Christian. He had three children with his Belgian wife, Aurélie, whom he married before joining Arsenal. In December 2017, Eboué told the Sunday Mirror that he is poor and homeless due to his divorce and bad investments that were under his former wife's control.
Net Worth and Salary
As of 2025, Emmanuel Eboué's net worth is estimated to be around $10 million. His earnings primarily stem from his successful football career, lucrative contracts, endorsements, and appearances. While exact figures of his salary during his active career have varied, he is reported to have earned multi-million dollar contracts during his prime, particularly during his time with Arsenal.
At the start of the 2011–12 season, Eboué lost his squad number to new signing Gervinho, who was given the number 27 shirt upon his arrival, which left Eboué's future at the club unclear. On 16 August 2011, Eboué completed a move to Turkish club Galatasaray for €3.5 million in 4-year contract (worth €2.35M a season plus bonus).
Following his move to Galatasaray, Eboué revealed that manager Arsène Wenger told him he would have few first-team opportunities and to listen to interest to join the Turkish side. On 11 September 2011, Eboué made his debut in the clubs shirt in a 2–0 loss against İstanbul Büyükşehir Belediyesi.
Career, Business and Investments
Emmanuel Eboué had a vibrant career that saw him take on various roles, primarily as a right-back. After leaving Arsenal, he played for clubs such as the Turkish side Galatasaray. Since retiring from professional football, Eboué has engaged in several business ventures, including youth training programs aimed at nurturing young talent in football. He has also participated in various charitable initiatives, giving back to his community in Ivory Coast and using his platform to inspire the next generation of athletes.
Formed at ASEC Mimosas, he moved to Europe to play for Belgium's Beveren in 2002. He spent most of his career, from 2005 to 2011, with Arsenal of the Premier League, playing 214 games, including the 2006 UEFA Champions League Final. Later he moved to Galatasaray, where he played regularly and won five domestic honours in Turkey.
Eboué made his international debut for the Ivory Coast in 2004, eventually earning 79 caps by 2013. He was part of their squads at five Africa Cup of Nations tournaments and two World Cups.
Social Network
Emmanuel Eboué remains active on social media, utilizing platforms such as Instagram and Twitter to connect with fans and promote causes close to his heart. His social media presence has allowed him to maintain relevance in the football community, often sharing snippets of his life post-retirement, engaging content, and motivational messages.
Eboué started the 2006–07 season, and was named the Arsenal Player of the Month for September. However, he was injured in an international and spent the whole of the month of October out with injury.
He made his first team return as a substitute in the 1–0 defeat by West Ham United on 5 November, and started the League Cup win over Everton later that same week. He scored his second Arsenal goal in their 3–1 Champions League victory over Hamburg on 21 November 2006.
Persistent ankle problems have plagued him throughout December 2006 and January 2007. He attempted to make many comebacks, mostly against high-profile teams such as Liverpool, in the FA Cup third Round and Manchester United, but he was unable to come through them unscathed.
Wenger decided to wait until there was no chance that there would be a recurrence of the injury. He came off the bench for Armand Traoré in the League Cup final against Chelsea.
He started the match against Blackburn Rovers in the FA cup 5th Round Replay, only for his ankle to get injured again from a studs-up challenge from Blackburn winger Morten Gamst Pedersen, which the referee also missed. In May 2007, Eboué signed a new long-term contract with Arsenal.
Education
During his early career in Ivory Coast, Emmanuel Eboué balanced his football training with education. Though specific details about his formal education are limited, his experience in football development and strategy suggests that he continues to be a learner in various capacities, even as he encourages young athletes to pursue their education alongside sports.
In October 2017, Eboué was looking to join Türk Ocağı Limasol, a team in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. The move fell through due to issues with his blood that were discovered in a medical test.
