Tolami Benson, the girlfriend of Arsenal star Bukayo Saka, has recently made the headlines after she was recognized by British Vogue as the WAG of the ongoing Euro 2024.
They claimed that there hasn’t been much coming from the WAGs’ end in recent years, since David Beckham’s wife, Victoria, and the wife of Wayne Rooney stole the show in the past.
Wayne Rooney’s wife, Coleen, alongside Cheryl, the wife of Ashley Cole were also mentioned as WAGs that have captured the attention of many in years past.
Bukayo Saka’s Girlfriend Repositioning English WAGs In The Limelight
Anyway, British Vogue have expressed that the 2024 European Championship is looking “promising” for the recognition of the WAGs and that is basically due to Tolami Benson, girlfriend of Saka.
Tolami has been said to have stolen the show in the stands at England’s opening game of Euro 2024.
Gareth Southgate’s side started the tournament with a 0-1 win over Serbia on Sunday, June 16, 2024, courtesy of a goal by Jude Bellingham in the 13th minute.
Tolami Benson is said to have looked lively all evening, as the Three Lions commenced the tournament with a victory.
England subsequently played out a 1-1 draw in their second group game against Denmark, a result that has brought them massive stick due to their underwhelming display thus far at Euro 2024.
When Did Bukayo Saka And Tolami Benson Start Dating?
Meanwhile, Bukayo Saka apparently began dating girlfriend Tolami Benson in 2020, with the pair opting to keep their relationship private until recent years.
Who is Tolami Benson?
Tolami was born in England on December 2, 2000, and she is currently 23 years old, about a year older than her boyfriend, Saka, who was born on September 5, 2001.
Tolami Benson has made a name for herself as a model and social media influencer, associating with top brands across the United Kingdom.
Reports indicate that she works in public relations and has taken on a new role as a Senior Planning Executive at Zenith.
Zenith is understood to be a company specializing in return-on-investment strategies for businesses.
There is not much known about her parents, but she is believed to be related to Coco Benson, a Swiss-Nigerian singer-songwriter and wife of renowned record producer Shizzi.
Coco is the granddaughter of Nigerian highlife great Bobby Benson.
The Girlfriend Of Bukayo Saka Loves Arsenal
Tolami Benson is also a massive supporter of Arsenal and she displays her love for the Gunners via her Instagram account.
She has about 71,000 followers on Instagram and her net worth is estimated to be within the region of €500,000 – €1 million.
Bukayo Saka
Bukayo Saka is yet to kick into gear at the 2024 European Championship, having also been below-par in the two matches England have played thus far.
He is yet to find the back of the net and has also not delineated his regular brilliant attacking display thus far at the tournament, although he assisted the goal scored by Bellingham.
Definitely, Tolami Benson will be hoping her boyfriend can deliver in grand style in the coming matches, with England facing Slovenia on Tuesday, June 25, 2024.
Moreover, Saka had an impressive season with Arsenal during the 2023/24 campaign, helping the Gunners challenge for the Premier League title, albeit ultimately losing it to Manchester City in the final matchday of the season.
Saka’s Market Value And Net Worth
Bukayo Saka’s market value is €140 million and his net worth has been estimated to be between the region of €7 million – €15 million.
Bukayo Saka’s Contract Details
Saka last penned a deal with Arsenal on May 23, 2023, and his current contract with the Gunners runs until June 30, 2027.
Saka’s Career Stats
Bukayo Saka, who was born in Ealing, London, has made 226 club appearances thus far in his career, scoring 58 goals and providing 53 assists in all competitions.
Internationally, the 22-year-old has netted 11 goals and provided 7 assists in 35 appearances for England.
