Ivan Rakitic Biography: Club, Salary, Net Worth, Age, Wikipedia, Nationality, Family, Height

Ivan Rakitić is a Croatian professional footballer currently playing for Hajduk Split.

He began his career at Basel before moving to Schalke 04 and later joined Sevilla, where he captained the team to a UEFA Europa League title.

In 2014, Rakitić signed with FC Barcelona, where he won several major trophies, including the treble in 2015.

He returned to Sevilla in 2020 and secured another Europa League title in 2023. Rakitić retired from international football in 2020 after representing Croatia in two World Cups and several European Championships.

Profile

• Full Name: Ivan Rakitic
• Stage Name: Ivan Rakitic
• Born: March 10 1988
• Age: 36 years old
• Birthplace: Rheinfelden, Switzerland
• Nationality: Croatian, Swiss
• Occupation: Croatian professional footballer
• Height: 1.84 m
• Parent: Luka Rakitić ,Kata Rakitić
• Siblings: Dejan Rakitić, Nikol Rakitić.
• Spouse: Raquel Mauri (m. 2013)
• Children:
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: £79.9 million (approximately $100 million)

Early Life And Education

Ivan Rakitić was born on March 10, 1988, in Möhlin, Switzerland, to Luka Rakitić and Kata Rakitić.

His father, Luka, is a Šokac from Sikirevci, Croatia, while his mother, Kata (née Papić), is a Bosnian Croat from Ponijevo near Žepče.

He has a brother, Dejan, and a sister, Nikol. Both his father and older brother were footballers.

Growing up in Möhlin, he balanced his education with his football career, beginning his playing journey at the local club FC Möhlin.

While detailed information about his formal education is scarce, he later pursued further studies in football management and graduated with a UEFA Certificate in Football Management program. He is of Croatian ethnicity and practices Roman Catholicism.

Career

Ivan Rakitić’s professional career began in 2005 at FC Basel, where he played for two seasons.

During his time in Switzerland, he quickly gained recognition for his exceptional performances, which earned him the title of the Swiss Super League’s Best Young Player in 2007.

His talent and potential did not go unnoticed, leading to a transfer to Schalke 04 in the Bundesliga, where he spent three and a half seasons further developing his skills.

Rakitić’s time in Germany showcased his ability on both domestic and European fronts, helping raise his profile as a promising midfield talent.

In January 2011, Rakitić moved to Sevilla, where he quickly established himself as an integral part of the team.

Two years later, he was named club captain, a testament to his leadership qualities and influence on the pitch.

Under his captaincy, Sevilla triumphed in the 2014 UEFA Europa League, cementing Rakitić’s status as one of the top players in Europe.

His outstanding performances during this period caught the attention of top clubs, and in June 2014, Barcelona secured his services, marking a new chapter in his career.

Rakitić’s first season at Barcelona was nothing short of spectacular. He played a pivotal role in helping the club secure the treble of La Liga, Copa del Rey, and the UEFA Champions League in 2015.

Rakitić scored the opening goal in the 2015 Champions League final, making history by becoming the first player to win the prestigious trophy a year after lifting the Europa League with a different club.

Over the next six seasons at Barcelona, Rakitić added numerous titles to his collection, including four La Liga championships, a Copa del Rey, and another Champions League title. He became one of the club’s most reliable and consistent players during this golden era.

After an immensely successful tenure at Barcelona, Rakitić returned to Sevilla in September 2020. His experience and leadership continued to be invaluable, as he helped guide the team to another UEFA Europa League victory in 2023.

Rakitić remained an influential figure in Sevilla’s midfield, contributing both on and off the field to the team’s success. His return to the Spanish club also allowed him to mentor younger players, sharing his wealth of experience from his years at the top level of European football.

On the international stage, Rakitić was a key figure for Croatia, making his debut for the national team in 2007.

Over the years, he played crucial in Croatia’s successes at multiple European Championships and World Cups.

Notably, he was instrumental in Croatia’s runner-up finish at the 2018 FIFA World Cup, where they reached the final.

Rakitić retired from international football in 2020 after earning 106 caps, making him the fourth most-capped player in Croatian history.

Despite his decision to retreat from international duty, his legacy as one of Croatia’s greatest footballers remains secure.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @ivanrakitic
• Twitter handle: @ivanrakitic

Personal Life

Ivan Rakitić is married to Raquel Mauri, whom he met in a hotel bar in Seville in 2011.

Despite initial language barriers and Raquel’s hesitation to date a footballer, Rakitić pursued her and eventually began a relationship.

The couple married in 2013 and has two daughters: Althea, born in July 2013, and Adara, born in May 2016.

Net Worth

Ivan Rakitić’s net worth is estimated to be around £79.9 million (approximately $100 million), primarily accumulated from his football career and endorsement deals.

However, some sources provide a lower estimate, suggesting his net worth to be around $30 million. Rakitić currently earns an annual salary of £5.56 million while playing for Sevilla FC.