Miralem Pjanić

Miralem Pjanić, born on April 2, 1990, is a Bosnian former professional footballer celebrated for his exceptional skills as a midfielder. Renowned as one of the finest midfielders of his generation, he is particularly recognized for his prowess in free-kick situations, often regarded as one of the greatest free-kick takers in football history.

Pjanić began his professional journey at Metz, where he played for a single season before making a significant move to Lyon in 2008. His career took a notable turn in 2011 when he joined AS Roma, where he solidified his reputation as one of Serie A's elite midfielders. In 2016, he transferred to Juventus, becoming a key player in the squad and contributing to the team's success with four league titles and two Coppa Italia victories. His performances earned him a place in the Serie A Team of the Year for multiple seasons and recognition in the UEFA Champions League Squad of the Season during Juventus's run to the final in 2017.

In September 2020, Pjanić signed with FC Barcelona, and he later spent a year on loan at Beşiktaş. His career continued in the UAE Pro League with Sharjah in 2022, followed by a move to CSKA Moscow in the Russian Premier League in 2024. After his tenure with CSKA Moscow, he announced his retirement from professional football in 2025.

On the international stage, Pjanić made his senior debut for Bosnia and Herzegovina in 2008, earning a total of one hundred fifteen caps and scoring eighteen goals before retiring from international football in 2024. He proudly represented his nation at their inaugural major tournament, the 2014 FIFA World Cup. His talent was recognized globally, as he was ranked fifty-fifth in The Guardian's list of 'The 100 best footballers in the world' in 2015 and improved to fiftieth in 2019.