A Bulgarian striker who played for top-tier clubs like Manchester City and Parma, known for his goal-scoring ability and tumultuous career marked by injuries and controversy.
Bojinov's talent was discovered at the age of 14 by Lecce sports director Pantaleo Corvino while playing for Piet Hotspurs, and he was signed for a mere 30,000,000 ITL (around 15,000). He debuted in the Italian Serie A on January 27, 2002, at the age of 15 years and 11 months, becoming the youngest foreign player to make an appearance at the top level of Italian football.
Bojinov settled in the city of Lecce and continued his studies there while playing for Lecce's youth teams. He scored his first goal in the top division on January 6, 2004, in a 2-1 home defeat against Bologna, becoming the youngest non-national to score in Serie A.
Bojinov was acquired by Fiorentina in January 2005. He made his club debut against Palermo, playing the full match on February 2, 2005. On February 26, 2005, he scored his first goal for Fiorentina, against Udinese. On May 8, 2005, Bojinov scored a winning goal in the 79th minute against Chievo at Stadio Marc'Antonio Bentegodi in a 2-1 away win. During the 2004-05 season, Bojinov has played a total of nine matches, scoring two goals.
For the 2006-07 season, Fiorentina loaned Bojinov to Juventus. Although his time at Juventus was marked by controversy, Bojinov's talent and skills were undeniable.
Bojinov has also had a successful international career, playing for the Bulgaria national team. He has played for eighteen different clubs during his various spells in Italy, as well as in England, Portugal, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, China, and Switzerland.
Bojinov's mother, Pepa, was a former Bulgaria women's national football team player, and his stepfather, Sasho Angelov, had played for the Bulgaria national team during the 1990s. Bojinov's surname is sometimes transliterated as Bozhinov.
Throughout his career, Bojinov has left an indelible mark on the world of football. His impressive skills, exceptional talent, and dedication to the sport have made him a household name in Bulgaria and beyond. As a coach, Bojinov continues to inspire and mentor young players, ensuring that his legacy lives on.
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