Slovakia’s football sensation Ivan Schranz has become a household name after his brilliant Euro 2024 performance, where he clinched the Golden Boot award alongside five other top scorers. But who exactly is this talented winger who’s been lighting up European football?
Biography
Born on 13th September 1993 in Bratislava, Slovakia, Ivan Schranz is a versatile footballer who’s made his mark as both a forward and winger. At 31 years old (as of 2024), this right-footed player has become one of Slovakia’s most reliable attacking threats, currently plying his trade with Czech First League giants Slavia Prague.
Standing tall at 185cm (6’1″) and weighing 75kg, Schranz possesses the perfect physical attributes for his position. His height gives him an aerial advantage, whilst his athletic build allows him to excel in both offensive and defensive situations.
Career
Schranz’s professional journey began in Slovakia’s lower divisions with Petržalka, where he spent a year and a half honing his skills. The real breakthrough came in January 2012 when he joined Spartak Trnava at just 18 years old.
His league debut arrived on 5th May 2012 against Banská Bystrica, marking the start of what would become an impressive career trajectory. The young winger quickly made his mark in European competitions, memorably scoring twice in a UEFA Europa League qualifier against Scottish side St Johnstone in July 2014.
After a brief loan spell with Sparta Prague in the 2014-15 season (where he didn’t make any league appearances), Schranz returned to complete his Trnava chapter. By the end of the 2016-17 season, he’d racked up 125 appearances and 25 goals for the Slovak club.
Summer 2017 saw Schranz make his permanent move to Czech football with Dukla Prague. Despite scoring 8 goals in 40 appearances, he left mid-way through his second season after losing his starting position.
A brief stint in Cyprus with AEL Limassol in spring 2019 (7 matches, no goals) was followed by a return to Czech football with České Budějovice. His impressive performances there earned him a three-year contract with Jablonec in July 2020, where he flourished with 13 goals in 28 league games.
The pinnacle of Schranz’s club career arrived on 31st May 2021 when he signed a long-term deal with Czech giants Slavia Prague. His impact was immediate – scoring a hat-trick in just his second match against Teplice on 30th July 2021.
Currently, Schranz continues to be a key player for Slavia Prague, with his European experience making him invaluable in continental competitions.
International Career
Schranz’s international breakthrough came on 4th September 2020, when he made his senior Slovakia debut in a 3-1 defeat to the Czech Republic in the UEFA Nations League. What made the debut even more special? He scored his first international goal in the same match.
Though he was selected for Slovakia’s Euro 2020 squad in May 2021, he didn’t feature in the tournament. However, fate had bigger plans for the talented winger.
The summer of 2024 will forever be remembered as Ivan Schranz’s tournament. Selected for Slovakia’s Euro 2024 squad, he became the tournament’s breakout star with his goal-scoring exploits.
Tournament Highlights:
- Opening Match vs Belgium: Scored the winning goal in Slovakia’s stunning 1-0 upset victory
- Second Match vs Ukraine: Found the net again in a 2-1 defeat, becoming the first Slovak player to score multiple goals at a European Championship
- Round of 16 vs England: Scored his third tournament goal, giving Slovakia a 1-0 lead that lasted until injury time (England eventually won 2-1 in extra time)
His three goals earned him a share of the Golden Boot award alongside five other players, cementing his status as one of Euro 2024’s standout performers.
Net Worth
Ivan Schranz’s estimated net worth sits around £1.2-1.5 million, primarily generated through:
- Professional football salaries
- Performance bonuses
- Endorsement deals
- European competition appearances
According to recent valuations:
- Current Market Value: €1.5 million
- Highest Market Value: €3.0 million (reached in July 2024)
- Estimated Transfer Value (ETV): €0.6M – €0.9M
His Euro 2024 performances significantly boosted his market value, with the peak of €3.0 million achieved during the tournament period.
Personal Life
When it comes to his personal life, Ivan Schranz prefers to keep things under wraps. He is reportedly married to his long-time partner, Petra, whose Instagram is @pepee. The couple also raised two sons together, who were born in 2020 and 2023..
