About Sergio Aguero
Argentine professional footballer Sergio Leonel Agüero del Castillo, also known as Kun Agüero, was born on June 2, 1988. His estimated net worth is $85 million. Aguero is a striker for both the Argentine national team and Premier League club Manchester City. The childhood moniker “Kun” which is based on the main character from the Kum-Kum cartoon, is displayed on his shirt.
One of the many South Americans that traveled to Europe early in his career was Sergio Aguero.
- Name: Sergio Leonel Aguero del Castillo
- Nationality: Argentinean
- Date and Place of Birth: June 2, 1988 in Quilmes, Argentina
- Position: Striker
When he was just 17 years old, the Argentine moved from Independiente to Atletico Madrid, and it wasn’t long before he was having a significant influence at the Vicente Calderon.
Aguero’s success in Spain led to a projected US$62 million transfer to Manchester City in July 2011. He was gifted with superb close control, excellent dribbling abilities, and a predatory finish.
He was a revelation during his first season with the team, and on the last day of the Premier League season, his late goal against Queens Park Rangers gave the team its first title since 1968.
The formative years
Aguero spent a lot of his youth playing soccer with his pals on the street and at the community field in Quilmes’ Villa Itali neighborhood.
After being given his professional debut against San Lorenzo at the age of 15 years and 35 days by coach Oscar Ruggeri, Aguero broke Diego Maradona’s record for being the youngest player to ever compete in Argentina’s top flight. Aguero was appreciative of Ruggeri’s confidence in him.
During his time at Independiente, El Kun became a target for hard tackles but developed a way to avoid them, reducing his risk of injury.
Numerous elite scouts were drawn to his 23 goals in 53 league games, and Atletico paid over US$23 million to sign him. He committed to a six-year deal.
Achievement in Spain
After being welcomed as a hero, Aguero struggled in his debut season to adjust to the speed of the game, scoring only six goals while playing in the background to star striker Fernando Torres.
The transition from South America to Europe is never simple, but in the next season, when he scored 19 league goals and placed third among top scorers, Aguero finally found his footing. Aguero’s goals were a major factor in Atletico Madrid’s qualification for the Champions League.
The following season, his connection with Uruguayan striker Diego Forlan led to another 17 league goals as they tore through defenses.
Since relocating to the Vicente Calderon, Aguero has improved his work ethic and is now regarded as one of the most dangerous penalty-box players in the world.
As Atletico defeated the London club in the 2010 Europa League final to win their first trophy since 1996, he undoubtedly posed a threat to the Fulham defense.
Justification of Fee
In his debut year with the team, Aguero excelled for Manchester City. It is not an exaggeration to suggest that his last-second goal on the final day was the most significant goal in the club’s history. He finished third in the Premier League goalscoring standings with 23 goals.
Up to Aguero’s goal, the club’s fierce rival Manchester United appeared set to win the championship.
His performances under Roberto Mancini exuded class as he combined viciously with players like Carlos Tevez and David Silva.
Aguero recorded the incredible total of 17 goals in 20 Premier League starts despite being injured in Manuel Pellegrini’s first season in charge as City won the league for the second time in three years.
Worldwide Career
Argentina’s representative at three FIFA World Youth Championships has been Aguero. He led them to victory in the 2007 edition of the tournament after winning it in 2005, taking home the Golden Boot for top scorer.
At London’s Emirates Stadium in September 2006 against Brazil, Kun made his international debut for Argentina. His debut outing was overshadowed by Kaka’s outstanding goal, which helped the Selecao to a 3-0 victory.
He also played 78 minutes against Nigeria in the Olympic final and scored twice against Brazil in Argentina’s semifinal victory.
When Aguero came off the bench against South Korea in June 2010, he immediately set up Gonzalo Higuain for his hat-trick before making his World Cup debut.
As Argentina hosted the 2011 Copa America, Aguero was one of the few bright spots. Aguero’s goals, one in the draw with Bolivia and two in the 3-0 win over Costa Rica, were important in getting them past the group stages, even if they ultimately lost to eventual champions Uruguay in the quarterfinals.
Agüero joined Premier League team Manchester City in 2011 for an alleged sum of roughly £35 million. Sergio Aguero’s net worth is projected to reach $85 million as of 2023. Agüero is the highest non-English scorer in the history of the Premier League with 182 goals, placing him fourth all-time.
