Roland Sallai

• Full name: Roland Sallai
• Date of birth: May 22, 1997
• Place of birth: Veszprém, Hungary
• Nationality: Hungarian
• Position: Winger / Attacking midfielder
• Current club (as of last update): SC Freiburg (Germany)
• Club number: 17

Career overview

• Youth career: Began at local Hungarian clubs before moving to Puskás Akadémia (Fehérvár/Akademia youth setups).
• Early senior career: Broke through in Hungary, had a stint on loan at Gyirmót, then moved abroad.
• Overseas moves: Transferred to Italian side Palermo (Serie A) and then to Cypriot club APOEL, where he impressed in domestic and European competition.
• SC Freiburg: Joined Freiburg in the German Bundesliga, establishing himself as an important attacking option on the wing, known for direct dribbling, pace, and set-piece ability.
• International: Regular member of the Hungary national team, contributing in UEFA Nations League and European Championship qualifying and final tournaments.

Playing style and strengths

• Technically gifted winger with good close control and dribbling.
• Direct running at defenders and ability to beat opponents 1v1.
• Capable of delivering crosses and cutting inside to shoot.
• Contributes to set pieces (corners and free-kicks).
• Work rate and tactical adaptability under high-pressing systems.

Notable achievements

• Key contributor for club and country in European competitions and domestic leagues.
• Noted for standout performances that helped raise his profile leading to transfers to higher-level leagues (Serie A, Cypriot First Division, Bundesliga).

Recent form and availability

As a member of SC Freiburg in the Bundesliga, Sallai has featured regularly when fit. For the latest statistics (appearances, goals, assists, injuries), consult current season databases or the club's official site, since match-by-match details change frequently.