It’s been a year since David Alaba suffered an ACL injury, sidelining the Austrian defender from competitive play. While he is now back training on the grass, it will be a few more months before he is ready to compete at the highest level again.

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Madrid Zone on X: “David Alaba with his wife Shalimar. https://t.co/0fjyrqsdrs” / X

Photos: David Alaba and his German girlfriend, Shalimar Heppner, welcome new baby together – Gistmania

Meet Shalimar Heppner – David Alaba’s stunning wife who stood by him through his ACL recovery.

During this challenging time, Alaba has received unwavering support from his wife, Shalimar Heppner. Before meeting Alaba, Shalimar was a successful PR manager. She comes from a culinary background, as her father is a renowned chef with restaurants worldwide, including one in Munich, where she and Alaba first crossed paths in 2018.

Madrid Xtra on X: “David Alaba with his wife Shalimar. 🤍 https://t.co/acsexkywvy” / X

Madrid Xtra on X: “David Alaba with his wife. 🤍 https://t.co/mp1ftlhsag” / X

The couple has been together for over six years and shares two children—a son and a daughter. While Shalimar now focuses on her family, she continues to enchant her 200K+ social media followers with stunning photos that showcase her beauty.

David Alaba is indeed fortunate to have such a supportive partner by his side.