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Calvin Bassey
December 31, 1999
Aosta, Italy
26 Years Old
Capricorn
Who Is Calvin Bassey?
Calvin Chinedu Bassey is a Nigerian-Italian professional footballer recognized for his formidable defensive prowess and versatility on the field. He consistently demonstrates strength and tactical intelligence as a left-back and centre-back for Premier League club Fulham and the Nigeria national team.
He captured widespread attention with his exceptional performances for Rangers during their run to the 2022 UEFA Europa League Final. His dominant displays in key matches cemented his reputation as a standout defender, leading to a high-profile transfer.
Early Life and Education
Born in Aosta, Italy, Calvin Bassey moved to England as a child and grew up in Newham, East London, where his mother, Ebere Bassey Etim, raised him and his three brothers. He began his football journey in grassroots academies like CrownPro Elite Football Academy.
Bassey attended Rokeby School in London, an all-boys institution, while also developing his skills at CM Futsal Academy. He later joined Leicester City's youth system at age 15, persevering despite initial rejections from multiple clubs.
Notable Relationships
Calvin Bassey maintains a private stance on his personal life, with no publicly confirmed current partner. He was previously in a relationship with Scottish hockey player Molly Godfrey.
Bassey has no children and has not publicly confirmed any romantic involvement since his relationship with Godfrey ended. He remains focused on his professional football career.
Career Highlights
Calvin Bassey's impactful career took shape at Rangers, where he became a crucial player in their 2020–2021 Scottish Premiership title-winning campaign, securing an unbeaten league season. His standout performances continued as Rangers reached the 2022 UEFA Europa League Final.
His impressive displays earned him a record transfer fee move to Ajax in July 2022, where he experienced UEFA Champions League football, before returning to the Premier League with Fulham in 2023. Bassey scored his first Premier League goal against Manchester United in February 2024.
On the international stage, Bassey committed his future to Nigeria in 2021, debuting for the Super Eagles in March 2022 and featuring prominently in their 2023 Africa Cup of Nations runner-up finish.
Signature Quote
“Ten or 11 years ago, I had no club. Now I am representing my national team. For me, it is crazy; the biggest stage in Africa.”