Willi Orbán, born on 3 November 1992, is a seasoned German footballer who, at the age of 32, continues to make his mark as a central defender for RB Leipzig. He's a towering figure on the pitch, standing at 6ft 1in (1.86m) tall and weighing 12st 12lb (82kg). Clad in his number 4 jersey, Orbán has also stood strong for the Hungary national team.
According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is around £8.5m, reflecting his considerable experience and skill. Orbán's contract with RB Leipzig is set to run until 30 June 2027, having still over 2 years and 1 month left.
The German defender's football career began in earnest in July 1997 as a trainee at Kaiserslautern in the 2. Bundesliga in Germany. His time with Kaiserslautern showcased his gradual transition from a novice to a seasoned player. The 2011-2012 season witnessed Orbán making his first team appearances in league matches. Over the course of the following seasons, he made increasingly frequent appearances, typified by ameliorating goal-scoring prowess.
Orbán's fortunes took a magnificent turn when he transferred from Kaiserslautern to RB Leipzig in the Bundesliga, Germany's top-flight football league, for around £1.8m in July 2015. As a player for RB Leipzig, he proved to be a solid asset, featuring regularly in league matches and contributing significant goals. From his first season at RB Leipzig in 2015-2016 to the current season 2024-2025, Orbán has consistently performed, showcasing his robust defending skills and adding goals to his tally year after year.
Aside from his domestic success, Orbán has represented RB Leipzig in the Champions League and the Hungary national team in the Euro competitions and the Nations League. His participations have included scoring in the Champions League in 2023 - 2024, and Euro Qualifiers 2022 - 2024, and making valuable starts in both Euro 2024 and the Nations League 2024 - 2025.
