nuAug 30, 2026, 15:44

Footballer Wout Weghorst engaged to childhood sweetheart Nikki van Esch: 'Yes'

Dutch international footballer Wout Weghorst has announced his engagement to his high school sweetheart, Nikki van Esch, following a proposal in Portugal. The couple, who share four daughters, have been together for many years, though a date for their wedding has not yet been confirmed.

Dutch international footballer Wout Weghorst has announced his engagement to his long-time partner, Nikki van Esch. The couple, who have been together since their high school years, share four daughters. Weghorst popped the question during a romantic proposal in Portugal, surrounded by flowers and personal photographs, and confirmed the news shortly after scoring in a match for his current club, FC Twente.

The 34-year-old athlete has had a distinguished career playing for several prominent teams, including AZ, VfL Wolfsburg, Manchester United, and Ajax, while consistently supported by Van Esch. Weghorst, who has also represented the Netherlands in various major tournaments like the World Cup and the European Championships, shared that he felt moved to make the announcement publicly after a period of personal reflection. While the date for their upcoming wedding has not yet been set, the footballer expressed his excitement about finally being able to call his partner his wife.

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