Biography
Early Life
Born in Stockholm on April 25, 2000 to parents of Macedonian origin, Dejan Kulusevski grew up in Sweden before his football talent took him to Italy. He joined Atalanta's youth setup as a teenager — one of several Swedish players who have made the move to Serie A — and the club's development system turned a promising young talent into a technically complete attacking player.
Breakthrough
Kulusevski starred on loan at Parma in Serie A, prompting Juventus to sign him permanently in 2020. At Turin, he developed his game further before Tottenham brought him to England on loan in January 2022. He was immediately transformative — his quality, energy and versatility made Spurs a different team. They paid £29.75M to make the deal permanent.
Career
Kulusevski became one of Spurs' most important players — direct, quick-thinking, always looking to create. He contributed significantly to Tottenham's Europa League triumph in 2024-25, the club's first European trophy in decades. A knee operation in May 2025 cost him the start of 2025-26 but he returned to form on recovery.
Personal Life
Kulusevski is Swedish of Macedonian heritage — a background that gives him a cultural dimension often missing in public footballing discussion. He has spoken about his family's influence on his drive and the pride he feels representing Sweden internationally.
Legacy
A European trophy winner at 25. One of the most technically reliable attackers in the Premier League. If he stays fit, there is plenty more to come.
Stats & Finances
Career Timeline
Spent a standout loan season at Parma in Serie A, earning a permanent move to Juventus
Joined Juventus and developed his game in Italy before moving to England on loan
Joined Spurs on loan and was immediately transformative — the move was made permanent in 2023
Won the UEFA Europa League with Tottenham before knee surgery interrupted the following season
Fun Facts
Kulusevski won the Europa League with Tottenham in 2024-25 — a fitting reward for his consistent contribution since joining the club
He joined Spurs on loan from Juventus in January 2022 and was so impressive that a permanent deal quickly followed
His parents are from North Macedonia — making him part of Sweden's multicultural football generation
Kulusevski started his career at Atalanta's academy — the same club that has produced or developed a remarkable number of elite players
He can play as a winger, attacking midfielder or right-sided midfielder — his positional versatility makes him one of the most useful players at any top club
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