Polish goalkeeper Lukasz Zaluska, born on 16 June 1982, stands at an imposing 6 ft 2 in (1.9m) and weighs a sturdy 13st 12lb (88kg). Predominantly plied his trade in Poland and Scotland, and a short stint in Germany.
Began his professional career in the Ekstraklasa, Poland's top division, joining Korona Kielce in July 2005. He acquitted himself well in his debut season, making 13 first team appearances in league matches.
In July 2007, Zaluska traded Korona Kielce for a taste of the Scottish Premiership, transferring to Dundee United for an undisclosed fee. In his two seasons with the club, he made a combined 53 league appearances, growing increasingly influential in his second season.
In July 2009, Zaluska made the switch from Dundee United to Celtic, a move that would usher in a long association with the hallowed Celtic Park. Zaluska’s time at Celtic spanned six seasons, from 2009 to 2015. His contribution to the Hoops, albeit limited in terms of match appearances, was marked by commitment and fortitude.
In his debut 2009-2010 season, he adorned the Celtic colours in 11 league matches. That figure dwindled over the ensuing five seasons, with Zaluska making a combined 17 league appearances. His final season at Celtic, the 2014-2015 campaign, saw him participate in five league matches.
In August 2015, bidding adieu to Celtic and Scotland, Zaluska forged a new path with Darmstadt 98 in Germany's 2. Bundesliga, making a solitary appearance in his only season with the club.
Returning back to his homeland, Zaluska turned out for Wisla Krakow in Poland's I Liga the following season, appearing 21 times in league matches. His performance with Wisla Krakow led him back to the Ekstraklasa.
In July 2017, Poland's top-flight beckoned again as Zaluska transferred to Pogon Szczecin. Over two seasons, he racked up a substantial 60 league appearances.
The veteran goalkeeper made yet another switch in July 2019, joining Miedź Legnica in the I Liga in Poland. As of June 2020, it seems Zaluska found himself without a club, a testament to the transitory nature of a professional football career.
