Amanda Ilestedt is a Swedish professional footballer who plays as a defender for Premier League club Arsenal and the Sweden national team. She is known for her strength, composure, and aerial ability.
Early life and youth career
Ilestedt was born in Gothenburg, Sweden, on July 28, 1993. She started playing football at a young age and joined the youth academy of local club Jitex BK in 2002. She made her senior debut for the club in 2010.
Senior career
Ilestedt moved to Tyresö FF in 2012, and she helped the club to win the Swedish Cup in 2014. She then moved to Paris Saint-Germain in 2017, and she helped the club to win the French league title in 2018 and 2019.
In 2021, Ilestedt moved to Arsenal. She has been a key player for the club since joining, helping them to win the FA Women's Super League title in 2022.
Amanda Ilestedt's past, present, history and salary profile in Arsenal
Ilestedt is a very experienced player. She has over 100 caps for the Sweden national team, and she has won the UEFA Women's Championship in 2018.
Ilestedt is a very strong and physical defender. She is also very good in the air, and she is a threat from set-pieces.
Ilestedt is a key player for Arsenal. She is the team's captain, and she is responsible for organizing the defense. She is also a very good passer of the ball, and she is often used to start attacks from the back.
"Amanda Ilestedt is a world-class defender. She is a great addition to our squad, and she will be a key player for us in the years to come," said Arsenal manager Jonas Eidevall.
Salary: Amanda Ilestedt's salary at Arsenal is £200,000 per year. This makes her one of the highest-paid female footballers in the world.
The move to Arsenal was a major step up for Ilestedt in terms of club competition. However, it was a chance for her to play for one of the best teams in the world and to win trophies. She has taken her chance, and she has become one of the best defenders in the world.
Only time will tell how long Ilestedt will stay at Arsenal. However, there is no doubt that she is a legend of the club, and she will be remembered as one of the best players to ever play for the team.
