Alessia Russo's partner: is the England striker dating anyone?

Alessia Russo's partner has not been publicly confirmed. The Arsenal and England forward keeps her romantic life firmly private. Russo is reportedly single as of 2026, with no credible source naming a current partner. Russo has enjoyed an illustrious football career. She was central to England's UEFA Women's Euro 2025 triumph and won the WSL Golden Boot in the same season.

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Key takeaways

• Alessia Russo was born on 8 February 1999 in Maidstone, Kent.
• She is reportedly single and has not confirmed any romantic partner publicly.
• Russo joined Arsenal as a free agent in July 2023 after her Manchester United contract expired.
• She helped England win UEFA Women's Euro 2025 and claimed the WSL Golden Boot in 2024–25.
• Russo holds English nationality, while her paternal grandfather was Sicilian.

Alessia Russo's profile summary

Full name	Alessia Mia Teresa Russo, MBE
Date of birth	8 February 1999
Age	27 (as of 2026)
Place of birth	Maidstone, Kent, England
Nationality	English (Italian descent via grandfather)
Zodiac sign	Aquarius
Height	5 ft 9 in (1.75 m)
Profession	Professional Footballer (Forward)
Education	University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Relationship status	Single (unconfirmed)
Children	None confirmed
Parents	Mario Russo (father), Carol Russo (mother)
Siblings	Giorgio Russo (brother), Luca Russo (brother)
Social media	Instagram, X (Twitter), TikTok

A look at Alessia Russo's partner and relationships

The English footballer has kept her romantic life out of the public eye throughout her career. No relationship has been announced on her social media or in interviews.

Did Alessia Russo and Patrick Brough date?

The only rumoured link is to Patrick Brough, a footballer who has played for Tranmere Rovers. Neither confirmed a relationship. The rumour remains unverified.

Is Alessia Russo in a relationship in 2026?

As of October 2026, there is no confirmed partner. Russo has made no public statement about a romantic relationship. The most accurate answer is that she is single.

The footballer sparked reactions in 2017 by posting a photo of her posing with someone. She wrote: "Boston…you were great." However, there is no confirmation that they are dating.

Russo has not publicly discussed whether she is gay. Speculation arose from her close friendship with England teammate Ella Toone. In an official BBC Sport interview in June 2023, Russo reflected on leaving Toone behind at Manchester United. She said:

"We've been friends since we were 12 or 13, so I know the friendship is for life now. She'll definitely be one of my bridesmaids one day!"

No credible source has confirmed Russo is gay. The friendship with Toone is long-standing and platonic, by her own account. Speculation based on friendship alone is not evidence.

Exploring Alessia Russo's age and early life

Alessia Russo was born on 8 February 1999 in Maidstone, Kent. She is 27 years old as of 2026. Her family has Italian roots: her grandfather was Sicilian and moved to England in the 1950s, where he fell in love with Manchester United's Busby Babes. That passion for football passed through generations.

Her father, Mario Russo, was a goalscorer for Metropolitan Police F.C. Her mother is Carol Russo. She has two brothers: Giorgio, who appeared on Love Island (Series 12, 2025), and Luca, who has represented England in under-20 athletics.

Russo attended St Simon Stock Catholic School in Maidstone. She then earned a scholarship to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she studied sport and exercise science. She scored 28 goals in 57 appearances for UNC's college side.

Alessia Russo's career

The talented foward has played for multiple football clubs in her career. Here is a breakdown of her journey, including stats and achievements.

From Charlton to Manchester United

Russo began in youth football at Charlton Athletic (2007–2010) and then Chelsea (2016–2017). After university, she signed for Brighton & Hove Albion before joining Manchester United on 10 September 2020. She scored 22 goals in 46 league appearances for United, establishing herself as one of the WSL's best strikers.

Why did Russo leave Man Utd?

Russo left Manchester United when her contract expired in June 2023. Arsenal had made a world-record bid in January 2023, which United rejected. Russo ultimately departed as a free agent and signed for Arsenal on 4 July 2023. She later explained during an interview with The Guardian:

"I've got some of my best friends in Manchester. I know I've still got them as friends for life, which is great. But people go through it all the time: you have to step out of your comfort zone."

She added:

"Football moves quickly, and within the blink of an eye you find yourself somewhere else. That can be tough. But you are forced to settle in quickly, and things move so fast that you don’t even have too much time to think about it.”

Alessia Russo's Arsenal stats

Since joining Arsenal, Russo has been exceptional. In 2024–25, she claimed the Barclays WSL Golden Boot with 12 goals in 21 league appearances (shared with Khadija Shaw). She helped Arsenal win the UEFA Women's Champions League that same season, scoring nine goals in their campaign.

Across all competitions in 2025–26, she has scored 24 goals in 40 matches. Her overall career record stands at 92 goals in 189 appearances (as of October 2026).

Alessia Russo's England stats

Russo has earned 69 caps for the Lionesses, scoring 33 goals. She played a key role in England's UEFA Women's Euro 2022 run, scoring four goals, winning the Goal of the Tournament and the Bronze Boot. England finished as runners-up at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup. In summer 2025, England won UEFA Women's Euro 2025, with Russo in the squad.

Alessia Russo's net worth

Russo's exact net worth and salary at Arsenal have not been publicly disclosed by the club. Estimates from entertainment sources like GiveMeSport report she earns a weekly wage of approximately £5,500, which equates to around £286,000 per year, making her one of the top earners in the WSL.

Her estimated net worth is £1–3 million. Russo's income sources include:

• Arsenal Women's salary
• England national team match fees and tournament bonuses
• Commercial partnerships and sponsorships

FAQ

• Is Alessia Russo in a relationship? As of 2026, Alessia Russo has no confirmed partner. She is reported to be single and has kept her personal life private.
• Who is Alessia Russo's husband? The talented footballer is not married and has no confirmed husband. No credible source has reported a marriage.
• Why did Russo leave Man Utd? Russo left Manchester United in June 2023 when her contract expired. Arsenal's record bid in January 2023 was rejected; she then left as a free agent and signed for Arsenal.
• Is Alessia Russo's father Italian? Not exactly. Russo's grandfather on her father's side was Sicilian. Her father, Mario, was born and raised in England. Russo herself is English by nationality.
• Does Alessia Russo have a kid? No. There is no confirmed child for Alessia Russo.
• How tall is Alessia Russo? She stands at 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m).
• What is Alessia Russo's salary? Her estimated weekly wage at Arsenal is approximately £5,500, making her one of the highest-paid players in the WSL.
• What are Alessia Russo's career stats? As of October 2026, Russo has scored 33 goals in 69 England caps. Her club career record stands at 92 goals in 189 appearances.

The identity of Alessia Russo's partner is still unconfirmed, as she values maintaining a low profile about her relationships. However, she has been linked to several people in the sports scene despite not addressing the speculation.

Briefly.co.za published an article on Alex Scott's dating history. Scott is an English sports presenter, pundit, and former professional footballer.

Besides her career, she has dated prominent people, including Kelly Smith and Sam Robertson. However, she maintains a low profile about her romantic relationships.

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Source: Briefly News