Wesley Sonck is a retired Belgian professional football player who was born on August 9, 1978. This means that as of 2021, he is 43 years old.
Sonck had a successful career as a striker, playing for several clubs in Belgium and abroad. He started his professional career at Germinal Ekeren before moving to Germinal Beerschot and then to Genk, where he had his most successful spell, winning the Belgian Pro League Golden Shoe award in 2002.
After his time at Genk, Sonck had stints at several clubs in Europe, including Ajax, Borussia Mönchengladbach, Club Brugge, and Lierse. He also represented the Belgian national team, earning 55 caps and scoring 24 goals.
Sonck retired from professional football in 2014 and has since transitioned into coaching. He currently works as a youth coach at his former club, Genk, where he helps develop the next generation of Belgian football talent.
Despite his age, Sonck remains involved in the football world and continues to make a positive impact on the sport. His experience and knowledge of the game make him a valuable asset to the teams he works with, and his passion for football is evident in everything he does.