Dean Furman was a South African professional soccer player born on June 22, 1988, in Cape Town.
He played as a midfielder for Warrington Rylands 1906 in England and has represented South Africa at the international level, earning 58 caps and scoring four goals.
Early Life and Foundations
Furman’s journey began in South Africa, where he was raised Jewish in a suburb of Cape Town.
His family relocated to England when he was five, and he started playing football at Radlett Rangers.
He joined Chelsea’s youth academy at 15, where he spent almost 10 years honing his skills.
Club Career
Furman’s professional debut was with Glasgow Rangers in Scotland, followed by stints at Bradford City, Oldham Athletic, and Doncaster Rovers in England.
He won the Football League Goal of the Year award in 2011 and was appointed captain of Oldham Athletic in 2011-12.
In 2015, Furman returned to South Africa to join SuperSport United, where he won two MTN8 trophies and two Nedbank Cups.
He later played for Carlisle United, Altrincham, and currently Warrington Rylands 1906.
International Career
Furman made his debut for South Africa in 2012 against Brazil and participated in three Africa Cup of Nations tournaments.
He was appointed captain in 2014, replacing the late Senzo Meyiwa, and earned his 50th cap in 2019.
Personal Life and Legacy
Furman is Jewish and has English descent. He’s married to Natasha Howarth, and they have a daughter born in June 2020.
He’s known for his exceptional work rate, tactical intelligence, and leadership qualities, earning him the nickname “mlungu” (white person) among fans.
Awards and Recognition
– Maccabi GB Sportsperson of the Year (2013)
– Laureus Sport for Good Foundation ambassador (2018)
– SAA Voyager Art, Sports, Science and Culture Award (2019)
– Manchester Maccabi Community and Sports club ambassador (2021)
Dean Furman Net Worth
Dean Furman’s net worth is estimated to be between $1 million to $5 million, earned from his successful football career.
He was one of the highest-paid players in the PSL, with an annual salary of over R500 000.
Furman’s income also comes from various endorsements, brand ads, and ambassador roles.
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