Kamil Glik

• Full name: Kamil Jacek Glik
• Date of birth: February 3, 1988
• Place of birth: Jastrzębie-Zdrój, Poland
• Nationality: Polish
• Position: Centre-back (central defender)
• Height: Approximately 1.90 m (6 ft 3 in)

Club career (selected highlights)

• Early career: Began at MOSiR Jastrzębie and later played for WSP Wodzisław and Górnik Zabrze (youth/early senior).
• Polonia Bytom: Early professional experience in Poland.
• Bari (Italy): Moved to AS Bari where he began to attract wider attention in Italy.
• AS Monaco: Joined Monaco and played a key role in their promotion to Ligue 1 and subsequent domestic campaigns, including Champions League participation.
• Girondins de Bordeaux: Later transferred to Bordeaux, featuring in Ligue 1.
• Benevento (Italy): Signed by Benevento Calcio; served as an experienced central defender for the club during his spell in Serie A/Serie B.
• Later moves: After Benevento he continued his professional career with other clubs (including a return to Polish football), bringing veteran leadership and defensive solidity.

International career

• Longtime member and captain at times of the Poland national team.
• Represented Poland at major tournaments including UEFA Euro 2016 and the 2018 FIFA World Cup, known for aerial ability, strong tackling and leadership on the pitch.

Playing style and strengths

• Powerful, physical centre-back with good aerial presence.
• Strong in man-marking, tackling and set-piece threat both defensively and offensively.
• Known for leadership qualities and organizational skills in defense.

Notable facts

• Often recognized for his aggressive, committed style and strong work ethic.
• Has been a prominent figure for Poland’s defense for many years and captained the national side on several occasions.

Sources and currency

Information summarized from public records and major football databases. Details such as current club or recent transfers may have changed if checked after mid-2024.