Milan Skriniar

Milan Skriniar: biography

Milan Skriniar is a Slovak professional footballer who plays as a center-back for the Italian club Inter Milan and the Slovakia national team.

Childhood and youth

Milan Skriniar was born on February 11, 1995, in Ziar nad Hronom, Slovakia. He grew up in the town and started playing football at a young age. Skriniar joined the local club, MSK Ziar nad Hronom, and began his youth career there.

As a youngster, Skriniar was known for his height and physical strength. He quickly established himself as a dominant force in defense and caught the attention of scouts from bigger clubs.

In 2012, Skriniar moved to the youth academy of MSK Zilina, one of the top clubs in Slovakia. He continued to develop his skills and made his professional debut for Zilina in 2014, at the age of 19.

Skriniar's performances soon earned him a reputation as one of the most promising young players in Slovakia, and he was signed by Sampdoria in Italy in 2016. His move to Italy marked the beginning of a successful career in professional football.

Football career

Milan Skriniar is a Slovakian professional footballer who plays as a center-back for the Italian club, Inter Milan, and the Slovakian national team. He is known for his strong tackling ability, excellent positional sense, and composure on the ball.

After joining Sampdoria in 2016, Skriniar quickly established himself as a key player for the team. He made 35 appearances in his first season and was named the club's Player of the Year. His impressive performances caught the attention of Inter Milan, who signed him in 2017 for a reported fee of €23 million.

Skriniar has since become a mainstay in the Inter Milan defense, forming a solid partnership with fellow center-back Stefan de Vrij. In the 2019-20 season, he played a crucial role in helping the team win the Serie A title, their first in 11 years. He played in all 38 league matches, helping Inter keep 14 clean sheets and scoring four goals.

Skriniar's performances at Inter have also earned him recognition at the international level. He made his debut for the Slovakian national team in 2016 and has since become a regular starter. He played every minute of Slovakia's campaign at the 2018 World Cup and helped the team reach the knockout stages.

Skriniar's success on the pitch has also attracted interest from other top European clubs. In 2020, he was linked with a move to Tottenham Hotspur, but Inter Milan rejected a reported offer of €60 million for him.

Overall, Milan Skriniar has established himself as one of the best center-backs in Italian football and a key player for both Inter Milan and the Slovakian national team. With his composure on the ball and excellent defensive abilities, he is widely regarded as one of the top defenders in the world.

Personal life

It’s known that Milan is in a relationship with the stunning beauty Barbora Hroncekova. They have one child together, their daughter Charlotte was born in 2020.

Skriniar is known for his dedication and focus on football, with reports indicating that he is a highly disciplined and hardworking player. He has also been praised for his professionalism and positive attitude on and off the pitch.

In his free time, Skriniar enjoys spending time with his family and friends, and he is known to be an animal lover. He has a dog named Luna, and he often shares photos of her on his social media accounts.

Honors

Here are some of the honors and awards that Milan Skriniar has won throughout his football career:

Club Honors:

• Sampdoria Player of the Year: 2017
• Slovak Super Liga: 2016-17
• Coppa Italia: 2020-21
• Supercoppa Italiana: 2021

Individual Honors:

• Slovak Footballer of the Year: 2019, 2020
• Serie A Team of the Year: 2017-18, 2018-19, 2019-20
• UEFA Europa League Squad of the Season: 2017-18
• UEFA Champions League Squad of the Season: 2019-20