Leandro Bacuna is a Curaçao midfielder who plays for Iğdır. At 34, he remains part of Curaçao's wider 2026 picture because he brings passing range, work rate, and tactical balance at both club and international level.
Leandro Bacuna was born on 21 August 1991 in the Netherlands, he was a former youth international for them. He plays in Groningen. It was announced on 13 June 2013 that Bacuna had signed a three-year contract with Premier League and has 68 senior caps for Curaçao.
Early Life and Background
Birthplace, family, and youth football journey
Leandro Bacuna was born in the Netherlands, he was a former youth international for them, where his football development began before he moved into more structured academy football.
Club Career
Early clubs and development
On 13 August 2017, Bacuna moved to Reading, signing a four-year contract.
On 31 January 2019, Bacuna moved to Premier League side Cardiff City, signing a four-and-a-half-year deal for a transfer fee believed to be around £3 million.
Current club and recent form
He is currently with Iğdır, where his role depends on team shape, competition for places, and how the staff wants to balance experience with specialist qualities. His place in the squad is tied to tactical usefulness rather than noise around him.
Leandro Bacuna - Stats and Performance
Leandro Bacuna's current club-season line with Igdir FK is 11 appearances, 2 goals, and 1 assists in 1. Lig. For a midfielder, that mix gives a better picture of workload and end product heading into the FIFA World Cup 2026.
| Season | Club | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025/2026 | Igdir FK | 11 | 2 | 1 |
Those totals point to a player carrying real week-to-week responsibility for Igdir FK. The balance between appearances, goals, and assists gives a much clearer view of current level than reputation alone.
International Career
Caps, goals, and major tournaments
He has 68 caps and 16 goals for Curaçao in currently tracked records.
| National Team | Caps | Goals | Tournament Involvement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curaçao | 68 | 16 | Curaçao senior squad involvement |
Playing Style and Key Strengths
Position, role, and standout qualities
Leandro Bacuna plays as a midfielder and is valued for passing range, work rate, and tactical balance.
Personal Info and Profile
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full name | Leandro Bacuna |
| Date of birth | 21 August 1991 |
| Age | 34 |
| Nationality | Curaçao |
| Height | 187 cm |
| Position | Midfielder |
| Preferred foot | Right |
| Current club | Iğdır |
| Jersey number | 8 |
| Weekly salary | £51,000 gross (approx.) |
| Estimated net worth | £12.7 million (approx. estimate) |
Transfer News and Market Value
Current transfer records show Iğdır as his club heading into 2026. Public market-value tracking is limited, so the best guide is still his current squad status and recent usage.
Salary and Net Worth
Approximate salary estimates place Leandro Bacuna at about £51,000 gross (approx.) per week at Iğdır. That works out to roughly £2,652,000 per year before bonuses.
Approximate net-worth estimates place him around £12.7 million.
FAQs
How old is Leandro Bacuna and what is his nationality?
Leandro Bacuna is 34 years old and he represents Curaçao.
Which club does Leandro Bacuna play for now?
He currently plays for Iğdır.
What position does Leandro Bacuna play?
He plays as a midfielder.
Is Leandro Bacuna part of Curaçao's national-team picture?
Yes. With 68 caps currently listed, he remains part of Curaçao's wider selection picture.
What is Leandro Bacuna salary and market value?
Salary: £51,000 gross (approx.). Market value: Will be updated soon.