Paulo Dybala was born on November 15, 1993, in Laguna Larga, Córdoba, Argentina, into a middle-class family. He has two siblings. His paternal grandfather, Bolesław Dybała, was born in Poland and fled to Argentina during World War II. On his maternal side, Dybala has Italian roots—his grandmother, Da Messa, hailed from Naples, Italy. Through his Italian lineage, Dybala officially obtained Italian citizenship in August 2012.
From a young age, Dybala displayed exceptional talent and passion for football. Encouraged by supportive parents, he began playing in youth leagues and quickly stood out for his skill and vision. His talents became especially evident when he played with the ball, often outshining his peers in school and regional tournaments.
Dybala began his professional football career in 2011 with Instituto Atlético Central Córdoba in Argentina's Primera B Nacional, the country's second division. At just 17 years old, he made headlines by scoring 17 goals in his debut season. He became the youngest player to score in the league at the time, surpassing a record previously held by Mario Kempes. Additionally, he played 38 consecutive matches, scored in six straight games, and recorded two hat-tricks—remarkable achievements that earned him the nickname "La Joya" (The Jewel).
In 2012, Dybala moved to Europe to join the Italian club Palermo. He debuted in Serie A against Lazio and scored his first two goals for the club on November 11, 2012, in a 2–0 win over Sampdoria. His technical ability, tactical intelligence, and flair became crucial to the team's performance. By the 2014–2015 season, Dybala emerged as one of the league's top performers, scoring 13 goals and providing 10 assists. He developed a strong attacking partnership with fellow Argentine-Italian Franco Vázquez, further increasing his profile across Europe.
In 2015, after growing speculation linking him to major European clubs, including an offer from Real Madrid, Dybala signed with Juventus for a reported fee of approximately $40 million. His preference to remain in Italy and play for the country's top team influenced his decision.
| Birth Date: | 15 Nov, 1993 |
| Age: | 26 yrs |
| Occupations: | Association football player |
| Citizenship: | Argentina |
| Birth Place: | Laguna Larga |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | Argentine association football player |
| Net Worth 2021: | 40 million |
