Sergio Busquets

Sergio Busquets Burgos Biography
Full Name Sergio Busquets
Age 35 Years old.
Birth Name Sergio Busquets Burgos
Birth Date 1988-07-16
Gender Male

Sergio Busquets is a Spanish professional footballer. He is famous for playing in the position of defensive midfielder for Major League Soccer club Inter Miami. He is regarded as one of the greatest defensive midfielders of all time. Widely acclaimed as one of the greatest defensive midfielders in the history of football, Busquets began his illustrious career with Barcelona in July 2008, amassing over 700 appearances and securing an impressive collection of 32 trophies, including nine La Liga titles, seven Copa del Rey titles, and three UEFA Champions Leagues during his 14-year tenure. His legacy at Barcelona concluded at the end of the 2022–23 season, and on July 16, 2023, Busquets officially embarked on a new chapter by signing a two-and-a-half-year deal with Inter Miami. He made his senior international debut for Spain in April 2009 and has since made 143 appearances for the national side, scoring twice. He retired from international football after the 2022 World Cup.

Quick Facts About Sergio Busquets

Nationality Spanish
Religion Christian
Horoscope Cancer
Current Team Inter Miami
Position Defensive midfielder
Team Played

Badia (1995–1996)

Barberà Andalucía (1996–1999)

Lleida (1999–2003)

Jàbac Terrassa (2003–2005)

Barcelona B (2005–2007)

Barcelona (2008–2023)
Famous For For his defensive skills and the ability to play both as a central defender and midfielder

Shirt Number 5
Years Active

1995-Present
Debut Television Show/Series Caiga quien caiga (2010)


Sergio Busquets Early Life & Parents

Sergio Busquets, aged 35, was born on 16th July 1988 in Sabadell, Spain. He holds Spanish nationality and belongs to a Spanish-white ethnicity. Sergio Busquets Burgos is his birth name. His father, Carles Busquets is also a former professional footballer who was a goalkeeper for Barcelona in the 1990s whereas the name of his mother is Loli Burgos. He has also a brother named Aitor Busquets with whom he spent his early childhood. Showing a passion for football from a young age, Busquets initiated his football journey by joining the local team CD Badia del Vallès.


Place Of Birth Sabadell
Birth Nation Spain
Ethnicity Spanish-white
Race White
Father Carles Busquets
Mother Loli Burgos
Siblings Aitor Busquets (Brother)
Brothers Aitor Busquets

Sergio Busquets Personal Life: Girlfriend & Children

Sergio Busquets remains unmarried but is happily committed to a romantic relationship with his beautiful girlfriend, Elena Galera, since 2014. Their love has been further enriched with the addition of their adorable sons, Enzo, born in 2016, and Levi Busquets, who joined the family in 2018. The couple, along with their two sons, is relishing a joyous and harmonious life without any disturbances. 

Sergio Busquets with his girlfriend, Elena Galera and their two kids

Marital Status Unmarried
Girlfriend Elena Galera
Children 2 - Enzo and Levi
Sexual Orientation Straight

Sergio Busquets Net Worth & Salary

Sergio Busquets has an estimated net worth of $45 million as of 2024. He is making an annual salary of $1,775,000 from his current team, Inter Miami. His market value is €3 million as of December 18, 2023 as per transfermarkt.com. His primary income source is derived from his illustrious football career, complemented by earnings from endorsements and television commercials. He has been featured in advertising campaigns for esteemed brands like Qatar Airways and Nike Football, cementing his association with these leading sportswear companies, thus augmenting his wealth. Moreover, his engagements with luxury brands have contributed significantly to his robust financial portfolio.

Source of Wealth Football career
Net Worth $45 million
Salary $1,775,000

Sergio Busquets Height, Weight & Measurements

Body Type Athletic
Body Measurement 40-13.5-34 inches
Hair Color Dark brown
Eye Color Dark brown
Height 6 ft 2½ in or 189 cm
Weight 77 kg or 170 lbs

Trivia

  • Sergio Busquets started playing football in a local football club called CD Badia del Valles.
  • During his youth career, he played for UE Lleida, CEF Barbera Andalucia, UFB Jabac Terrassa, and FC Barcelona.
  • In 2006, Sergio played for Barcelona C where he stayed until 2007 when he shifted to Barcelona B.
  • He achieved his first La Liga goal in a 2-0 success over Athletic Bilbao on March 7, 2009.
  • After Carles Puyol retired on August 1, 2014, Busquets wore the number 5 shirt for the 2014–2015 La Liga season.
  • During the Euro 2016 qualifier, he scored his first international goal in a 5-1 victory over Macedonia.
  • Busquets won the Bravo Award in 2009.
  • As a player of F.C Barcelona, Sergio won the 2008-2009, 2010-2011, and 2014-2015 UEFA Champions League.
  • He was part of the Spanish national team which won the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
  • He spotted an Arabic tattoo on his left forearm translating to "A thing for you, the life in my country", dedicated to his maternal grandfather to whom he was very close.
  • Often considered to be one of the most underrated footballers in the world, Busquets earned praise from his peers, with current club teammate Messi saying "When there will be trouble, Busquets will always be there."
  • In the 2022 World Cup, Busquets captained the national team during the tournament in Qatar.
  • On 16 December 2022, Sergio announced his retirement from international football, having made 143 appearances in 15 years.