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Marko Arnautović

Footballer

Birthday April 19, 1989

Birth Sign Aries

Birthplace Vienna, Austria

Age 36 Years

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Who Is Marko Arnautović? Age, Biography and Wiki

Marko Arnautović, born on April 19, 1989, is an Austrian professional footballer renowned for his dynamic playing style and versatility on the field. As of 2025, Marko is 35 years old. He began his career in Austria before moving on to play in various European leagues, gaining recognition as a skilled forward known for his speed and technical ability.

Occupation Footballer
Date of Birth April 19, 1989
Age 36 Years
Birth Place Vienna, Austria
Horoscope Aries
Country Austria

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Height, Weight & Measurements

Arnautović stands at an impressive height of 6 feet 4 inches (193 cm), which gives him an advantage in both aerial duels and physical confrontations on the pitch. Throughout his career, he has maintained a weight of approximately 187 lbs (85 kg), which contributes to his strong and athletic build.

Possessing a powerful physique and good technique, Arnautović is known for his ability to hold up the ball with his back to goal and bring his teammates into play with his link-up play.

Despite his size, he also possesses significant pace and stamina, and is known for his ability to exploit spaces with his runs or run at opponents with the ball, while his height helps him to win aerial challenges.

A versatile forward, Arnautović has played in several offensive positions: for the majority of his career, he served as a winger; however, during the 2017–18 season, his West Ham manager David Moyes made the decision to transition the Austrian effectively into a striker or a centre-forward, in order to utilise his physical and technical abilitie

s in central areas of the pitch.

Despite his playing ability, however, he was also a temperamental player, who was involved in several controversial incidents throughout his career. His skills and playing style have led him to be compared to Swedish striker Zlatan Ibrahimović in the media.

Family, Dating & Relationship Status

Marko Arnautović values his privacy when it comes to his personal life, yet he is known to be in a committed relationship. As of 2025, he is dating his long-term girlfriend, the details of whom are kept relatively low-key. The couple has been enjoying their time together, fostering a supportive partnership as Marko continues to excel in his football career.

Net Worth and Salary

As of 2025, Marko Arnautović's net worth is estimated to be around $20 million. His earnings primarily stem from his football contracts, endorsements, and sponsorship deals. His salary has fluctuated throughout his career, but he reportedly earns approximately $5 million annually, making him one of the highest-paid athletes in Austria.

In January 2019, he was the subject of a £35 million transfer offer from a Chinese club, believed to be Shanghai SIPG, which his agent and brother, Danijel, said Arnautović wanted West Ham to accept. Despite this, on 26 January, Arnautović committed himself to West Ham by signing a contract extension of unspecified length.

He also received a 20% increase raising his weekly wage to £120,000. A £40 million release clause was also added to his contract. Arnautović finished the 2018–19 season as West Ham's leading goal scorer, with 11 goals. In July 2019, West Ham rejected an offer of £19.7 million from a Chinese club as Arnautović said he wanted to leave.

Career, Business and Investments

Throughout his illustrious career, Marko has played for several clubs, including Stoke City and West Ham United in the Premier League, and he is currently playing for an international club, further enhancing his experience and skill set. Off the pitch, Arnautović is known to invest in various business ventures, including real estate and promotional collaborations, solidifying his potential for financial growth beyond football.

Arnautović began his career in his native Austria playing in the youth teams for a number of clubs in the Vienna area before he signed a contract with Dutch club Twente in 2006. He impressed at De Grolsch Veste and after a fine 2008–09 season he joined Italian giants Inter Milan on loan, where he made only three appearances due to injury.

He joined German side Werder Bremen in June 2010 and became a regular member of the first-team. In September 2013, Arnautović joined English side Stoke City, where he scored 26 goals in 145 appearances. He joined West Ham United in July 2017 for a fee of £20 million and won the Hammer of the Year award in his debut season.

He scored 22 goals in 65 games for West Ham over two seasons before joining Shanghai SIPG (now Shanghai Port) for £22.4 million in July 2019. Arnautović returned to Europe to join Italian club Bologna in August 2021.

Social Network

Marko Arnautović is active on social media platforms, where he engages with fans and shares glimpses into his professional and personal life. You can find him on:

Education

While Marko Arnautović's formal education is not widely discussed, like many athletes, he focused primarily on his football career from a young age. He received training at various youth academies in Austria, leading to his professional debut. Despite the demanding nature of his sports career, Marko emphasizes continuous learning and development both on and off the football field.


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