Kevin Danso is an Austrian professional footballer born in 1998, known for his role as a centre-back.
He made his Bundesliga debut for FC Augsburg at the age of 18, becoming the youngest player in the club's history to do so.
Danso has played for several clubs, including a loan spell at Southampton and a successful stint at R.C. Lens, where he helped the team qualify for the Champions League.
Biography
Early Life
Kevin Danso was born in 1998 in Austria to Ghanaian parents. At the age of six, he moved to Milton Keynes, England, where he began his journey in football. Danso's early passion for the sport led him to join the Reading academy as a striker before transitioning to the Milton Keynes Dons academy at the under-9 level, where he honed his skills until 2014.
Career
Danso's professional career took off when he signed with FC Augsburg in Germany. He made his Bundesliga debut on March 3, 2017, at just 18 years and 165 days old, becoming the youngest player in the club's history to appear in a league match. Following his debut, he signed a four-year contract with Augsburg. Danso's career saw him loaned to Southampton in 2019 and Fortuna Düsseldorf in 2020 before joining R.C. Lens in August 2021. At Lens, he played a pivotal role in the team's success, helping them secure a second-place finish in Ligue 1 during the 2022-23 season, which qualified them for the Champions League.
In February 2025, Danso joined Tottenham Hotspur on loan, with an obligation to buy at the end of the season. His international career is equally impressive; he has represented Austria at various youth levels and made his senior debut in 2017. Danso was part of the Austrian squad for UEFA Euro 2024 and the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking significant milestones in his international career.
Legacy
Kevin Danso's journey from a young boy in Austria to a professional footballer in the Premier League and a key player for the Austrian national team showcases his talent and determination. His contributions to both club and country have made him a notable figure in contemporary football, and he continues to inspire young athletes around the world.
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Career & Clubs
Early years
Danso joined the academy of Milton Keynes Dons at under 9 level having previously been a striker in the Reading academy, staying at the club until 2014 before moving to FC Augsburg in Germany.
FC Augsburg
On 3 March 2017, Danso made his Bundesliga debut for FC Augsburg at the age of 18 years and 165 days, becoming the youngest player to make a league appearance in the club's history. A week later, he signed a new four-year contract with the club.
Southampton loan
On 9 August 2019, the day after the Premier League transfer window closed, it was announced that Danso signed for Southampton on a one-year loan, with the option to buy at the end of the 2019–20 season.
Fortuna Düsseldorf loan
On 18 August 2020 he went to Fortuna Düsseldorf on loan. He left Fortuna upon the expiration of his contract on 24 May 2021.
Lens
On 6 August 2021, Danso joined Ligue 1 side RC Lens. On 19 March 2022, he scored his first goal with Lens against Clermont. During the 2022–23 season, he played a crucial role in helping his team secure second place in the league and qualify for the following season's Champions League.
Tottenham Hotspur
On 2 February 2025, Danso joined Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur on loan for the remainder of the season with an obligation to buy at the end of the season. He made his first appearance for Spurs on 6 February in a 4–0 defeat away to Liverpool in the EFL Cup semi-final. Danso was selected…
Club
As of match played 20 September 2026
International
As of match played 2 July 2026
Danso was eligible to represent Ghana or Austria internationally. He represented Austria's U15, U16, U17, Austria U18, and U19 youth teams. In May 2017, he received his first call-up to the senior national team. In June 2024, he was named in the Austrian squad for UEFA Euro 2024. In the group stage, Danso started in Austria's 1–0 defeat to France and made a substitute appearance in their 3–1 win over Poland, progressing to the knockouts. In the knockout round, Danso would start in Austria's 2-1 Round of 16 defeat against Turkey In October 2025, he was part of “Austrian football history” as he played the entire match in a 10–0 victory over San Marino, Austria's biggest win in international football. On 18 May 2026, Danso was selected in Ralf Rangnick’s 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking Austria’s first appearance in the tournament since 1998. In the group stage, Danso would start against Argentina, and made substitute appearances against Algeria and Jordan, qualifying for the knockouts. In the knockout round, Danso would start in Austria's 3-0 Round of 32 defeat to Spain.
- Club
- Austria national under-21 football team (2018–2020)
- Club
- Austria national under-18 association football team (2015–2016)
- Club
- Austria national under-19 football team (2016–2016)
- Club
- FC Augsburg (2017–2021)
- Club
- Austria men's national football team (2017–)
- Club
- Southampton F.C. (2019–2020)
- Club
- Fortuna Düsseldorf (2020–2021)
- Club
- R.C. Lens (2021–2025)
- Club
- Tottenham Hotspur F.C. (2024–2025)
- Club
- Tottenham Hotspur F.C. (2025–)
- Club
- Sunderland A.F.C. (2026–)
- League
- Bundesliga
- National team
- Austria
Personal
Danso was born in Austria to Ghanaian parents before moving to Milton Keynes in England at the age of six.
Clubs
- Austria men's national football team2017current
- Tottenham Hotspur F.C.2025current
- Sunderland A.F.C.2026current
- Austria national under-18 association football team2015–2016
- Austria national under-19 football team2016–2016
- FC Augsburg2017–2021
- Austria national under-21 football team2018–2020
- Southampton F.C.2019–2020
- Fortuna Düsseldorf2020–2021
- R.C. Lens2021–2025
- Tottenham Hotspur F.C.2024–2025
Played together with
Aaron LennonTottenham Hotspur F.C. · 2005–2015
Aaron RamsdaleSouthampton F.C. · 2024
Abdellah ZoubirR.C. Lens · 2016–2018- Abderrahman KabousR.C. Lens · 1996–2002
Abdoul BaR.C. Lens · 2014
Abdoulaye FayeR.C. Lens · 2002–2005
Abdukodir KhusanovR.C. Lens · 2023–2025- Abiodun ObafemiFC Augsburg · 2000–2001
- Abiodun ObafemiFortuna Düsseldorf · 1994–1997
Achraf BencharkiR.C. Lens · 2018–2019
Adam BuksaR.C. Lens · 2022–2024- Adam HammillSouthampton F.C. · 2007–2008
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Kevin Danso is an Austrian professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Premier League club Sunderland, on loan from Tottenham Hotspur, and the Austria national team.
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