Marko Stamenić has quietly built one of the most impressive résumés of any player from the Pacific.
At just 24, the New Zealand midfielder has won trophies in three countries, earned a World Cup call-up, and secured a long-term professional contract — all of which have steadily grown his net worth.
Marko Stamenić’s Biography
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Marko Seufatu Nikola Stamenić |
| Date of Birth | 19 February 2002 |
| Age | 24 |
| Nationality | New Zealand |
| Height / Weight | 188 cm (6 ft 2 in) / 80 kg |
| Position | Midfielder (Defensive / Central) |
| Current Club | Swansea City (EFL Championship) |
| Turned Professional | 2019 (Team Wellington) |
| Net Worth | ~$1.4 million (estimated) |
| Annual Salary (Est.) | ~$997,000 |
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Early Life and Career
Marko Stamenić was born on 19 February 2002 in Wellington, New Zealand, to a Serbian father from Novi Sad and a mother of Samoan descent.
Growing up in Stokes Valley, he absorbed football through two very different cultural lenses — his father’s European passion for the game and the community bonds of Wellington’s Samoan families, where rugby was king.
He attended St Patrick’s College, Silverstream, in Upper Hutt, where he balanced academic life with a growing obsession with football.
His father, Nikola, recalls watching UEFA Champions League matches with young Marko every morning before school — a ritual that shaped his football education before any academy did.
Stamenić developed through the Olé Football Academy, the same New Zealand pathway that has produced several professional players.
Through Olé’s affiliation with Team Wellington, he played in the ISPS Handa Premiership and made his debut in 2017 for Western Suburbs in the Central Premier League.
His breakthrough moment came at the 2019 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Brazil, where his performances attracted attention from clubs across Europe and South America, including Brazilian giant Flamengo.
FC Copenhagen proved most persistent, inviting him for an extended trial in March 2020 before the COVID-19 pandemic forced an early return home.
The Danish club held their interest, and Stamenić signed with their U-19 academy on 1 September 2020.
Professional Career
Stamenić made his FC Copenhagen senior debut on 23 November 2020 in a 2–1 Superliga loss to Randers FC.
His first seasons involved regular loan minutes at HB Køge in Denmark’s First Division before he properly established himself in Copenhagen’s first-team setup.
He won back-to-back doubles with the club — the Danish Superliga and DBU Pokalen — in 2022/23, one of the most decorated campaigns in the club’s recent history.
When Copenhagen declined to extend his contract, Red Star Belgrade moved quickly. Stamenić signed a four-year deal in February 2023, took the step up to the Serbian SuperLiga, and won another league and cup double in 2023/24.
His consistency across different tactical systems caught the attention of Premier League clubs, and Nottingham Forest signed him for €5.5 million on a five-year deal in June 2024.
Forest immediately sent him on a season-long loan to Olympiacos in Greece, where he featured in 35 games and collected a third successive domestic double — Super League 1 and the Greek Cup.
That made him the only player in recent memory to win a league-and-cup double with three different clubs across three different countries in three consecutive seasons.
He returned to Forest in summer 2025 without making a competitive appearance for the club, and on 20 August 2025, Stamenić transferred permanently to Swansea City for a reported fee exceeding £2 million, signing a four-year deal.
He scored his first Swansea goal against Oxford City on 6 December 2025, and registered both a goal and an assist in a 2–0 win over Watford on 31 January 2026.
On the international stage, Stamenić debuted for the New Zealand senior team on 9 October 2021 in a friendly win over Curaçao and has accumulated 35 caps with 3 goals.
He was named in New Zealand’s 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, confirmed on 14 May 2026 — the All Whites’ first World Cup since 2010.
Marko Stamenić’s Net Worth Details
As of 2026, Marko Stamenić’s has an estimated net worth of approximately $1.4 million.
He built this wealth through professional football contracts across Denmark, Serbia, Greece, England, and Wales — a rapid European journey that has seen his market value grow from a modest academy signing to a multi-million-euro asset in under five years.
Contract
Stamenić signed a four-year contract with Swansea City on 19 August 2025, with reports indicating an option for a fifth year. Spotrac records the deal as a standard four-year professional contract, running until 30 June 2029.
The transfer fee from Nottingham Forest was reported to exceed £2 million. Prior to Swansea, Nottingham Forest had signed him on a five-year deal for €5.5 million in June 2024 — though he never made a competitive appearance for the club.
Salary
Stamenić’s current annual salary at Swansea City is estimated at approximately $997,000 (roughly £785,000 per year, or around £15,000 per week).
This is consistent with EFL Championship salary ranges for established midfield starters.
His highest-earning period likely began with his move to Nottingham Forest, where Premier League wage structures applied even during his loan to Olympiacos.
Career Earnings By Year
| Season | Team | Salary (Estimated) |
|---|---|---|
| 2020/21 | FC Copenhagen | ~$80,000 |
| 2021/22 | HB Køge (loan) | ~$120,000 |
| 2022/23 | FC Copenhagen | ~$200,000 |
| 2023/24 | Red Star Belgrade | ~$400,000 |
| 2024/25 | Olympiacos (loan via Nottingham Forest) | ~$700,000 |
| 2025/26 | Swansea City | ~$997,000 |
Career Statistics
| Season | Club | Competition | Apps | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019/20 | Team Wellington | NZ Football Championship | 1 | 1 | — |
| 2020/21 | FC Copenhagen | Superliga | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021/22 | HB Køge (loan) | 1st Division | 23 | 2 | 0 |
| 2022/23 | FC Copenhagen | Superliga | 15 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023/24 | Red Star Belgrade | Super Liga | 27 | 1 | 1 |
| 2024/25 | Olympiacos | Super League 1 | 14 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025/26 | Swansea City | EFL Championship | 30 | 3 | 2 |
| International | New Zealand | Senior caps | 35 | 3 | — |
FAQs
What is Marko Stamenić’s net worth?
Stamenić’s net worth is estimated at approximately $1.4 million. He earned this through professional contracts in Denmark, Serbia, Greece, and Wales, with his income rising significantly after joining Nottingham Forest.
How much does Marko Stamenić earn at Swansea City?
His estimated annual salary at Swansea City is around $997,000 (approximately £15,000 per week). This figure reflects standard EFL Championship wages for a regular starter and is not officially confirmed.
What clubs has Marko Stamenić played for?
He has played for Team Wellington, FC Copenhagen, HB Køge (loan), Red Star Belgrade, Olympiacos (loan), Nottingham Forest, and Swansea City. He currently holds the number 6 shirt at Swansea.
Is Marko Stamenić playing in the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
Yes. New Zealand selected him in their 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, announced on 14 May 2026. He has earned 35 caps and scored 3 international goals for the All Whites.
What trophies has Marko Stamenić won?
He has won six trophies: the Danish Superliga and DBU Pokalen with FC Copenhagen (2022/23), the Serbian SuperLiga and Kup Srbije with Red Star Belgrade (2023/24), and the Greek Super League 1 and Greek Cup with Olympiacos (2024/25).
