From Liverpool star to cleaning sewers and doing tattoos

For years, Daniel Agger was synonymous with leadership, commitment, and character at the heart of the Liverpool FC and Danish national team defenses. A decade (2006-2016) has made him one of the prestigious English club's longest-serving center-backs. Known for his defensive solidity and skill on the ball, many remember him as a true Anfield idol. But what has become of his life since hanging up his boots in June 2016?

He decided to retire young

Agger surprised many when he announced his retirement from football at just 31 years old. Chronic injuries, especially to his knees, forced him to make a premature decision, although he had already stated in several interviews that he would prioritize his health above all else. The center-back returned to Denmark's Brondby in the summer of 2014, the club where he made his debut in elite football, to symbolically end his career before hanging up his boots for good in the summer of 2016.

From footballer to businessman

Daniel Agger's story is an example of how to reinvent yourself after a sporting career . Far from seeking fame or media exposure, the tough Danish defender leads a balanced life, combining the business world with his passion for tattoos and occasional involvement in football. What's clear is that, both on and off the field, he continues to display the same determination that made him a fixture at Liverpool and the Danish national team.

Few people knew at the time he decided to hang up his boots for good that Daniel Agger had already begun to build his future outside of football. Along with his brother and some partners, he founded KloAgger , a company dedicated to the management and treatment of sewage and wastewater in Denmark. The play on words with his surname didn't go unnoticed, and the project was a success. This business venture has allowed him to stay busy and establish himself as a respected businessman in his country.

His other passion: tattooing

Another of the former Liverpool player's passions, well known during his time as a footballer, is the world of tattoos. With his body covered in ink, he was often seen showing off new designs at matches. Since his retirement, he has had more time to dedicate himself to the world. In fact, he co-owns a tattoo studio called Tattoodo in Copenhagen, where he collaborates with other artists in the industry. On more than one occasion, Agger himself has acted as a tattoo artist for friends and select clients.

Social commitment and personal life

Agger is also known for his commitment to Danish society. He has participated in various charitable initiatives and has been active in campaigns for mental health and raising awareness about physical problems arising from elite sport. In his personal life, he is a family man and tends to remain discreet about his private life, far removed from the public eye that characterizes many international football figures.