David Strelec is a Slovakian footballer, born on 4th April 2001, who is best known for his time leading the line for Slovan Bratislava. As a forward with an affinity for the striker's role, Strelec towers over opponents with his 6-foot frame (1.85m) and brings physical presence to the area, weighing 11 stone, 6 pounds (73kg). Strelec dons the number 13 jersey and proudly represents his nation's team on the international stage.
Entering the fray of professional football, Strelec commenced his journey at Slovan Bratislava as a trainee in July 2007. It was during the 2018 season that he made his senior team debut, making 13 first team appearances and scoring two goals. He continued to chart his growth as a striker, with regular playing time and increasing goal tallies in the subsequent seasons.
As per Transfermarkt, Strelec's market value is estimated to be around £6.5m. With his contract set to expire on 30th June 2028, Strelec's future at Slovan Bratislava remains secure for the time being.
Strelec's professional journey has seen him move away from Slovakia and dip his toes into Italian football. In August 2021, he was transferred to Spezia in the Serie B in Italy for a fee rounding to approximately £2.3m, where he gained valuable international experience. A short loan spell to Reggina in Serie C ensued in January 2023 before returning back to Slovakia on loan.
In July 2024, he made a permanent return to Slovan Bratislava from Spezia, commanding a smaller fee of around £580k.
Strelec's international duties have seen him compete in the Euro 2024 for Slovakia, where he played as both a starter and substitute. He also had a role in the Euro Qualifiers from 2022-2024. His performances at Slovan Bratislava opened doors to Champions League Qualifiers, Conference League, and the Champions League— carvings out his goalscoring talent on the big stage.
