Dreadlocks are one of the trendy hair styles you can find amongst guys today, especially the Gen Z's and millennials.
It offers a unique look with the rope-like strands on your head.
Today, many soccer players have opted for dreadlocks, and I must say that it looks pretty good on them.
But what is a dreadlock hairstyle? Well, it is a rope like the strands of your hair. They can be created manually or either way by a hairstylist who will make a twist of the hair.
So without the fluff, let me show you some dreadlocks ideas you can copy from famous soccer players that I have ranked on my list.
Rafael Leao
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The number one player with dreadlocks in association football—oh, sorry, football or soccer is the Milan star Rafael Leao.
He has continued to rock this hairstyle over the last couple of seasons. And it looks pretty good on him.
How it looks
Rafael Leao dreads features a combination of dreads with taper fade haircuts. At the back of the hair, the Frenchman sometimes adds a headband to his hair.
Where does he play?
Rafael Leao plays for Italian Serie A side AC Milan. He is often recognized as one of the best wingers in the world.
Nathan Ake
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The next big star on my list today is the defender Nathan Ake. The Dutchman has been recognized for his impressive hairstyle over the years.
Ake has been known for his appearance right from his academy days and unto his professional soccer career.
How it looks
Ake's dreads are long braided dreadlocks with a sharp lining. It has been his unique hairstyle over the years, which looks awesome. His hairstyle has drawn a lot of attention from fans due to its unique appearance.
Where does he play?
Nathan Ake plays as a defender for Premier League side Manchester City. He is recognized as one of the best center-backs in the world.
Eduardo Camavinga
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French star Eduardo Camavinga also tops the list today. He has been known to be rocking this hairstyle since his days at French club Rennes.
Camavinga's hairstyle is more like a trademark for him, as he is quickly spotted on the pitch due to his looks.
How it is made
Eduardo rocks a unique dreadlocks that features brown effects at the top of dreads. To add to its unique look, he implements a side fade and sometimes uses a headband.
Christopher Nkunku
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One of the most talked about players in English soccer is Christopher Nkunku. The Frenchman arrived in the English league wearing his trademark dreads.
From his days at Paris Saint Germain to RB Leipzig, he has continued to wear this hairstyle.
How it is made
Nkunku dreads feature plaited braids while applying a taper fade to it.
Where does he play?
Christopher Nkunku plays for Premier League club Chelsea FC. He joined the London based club from RB Leipzig.
Xavi Simons
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Another youngster rocking dreads is Xavi Simons. This has been a trademark hairstyle for the Dutch footballer.
Xavi Simons dreads are simple but come with a unique look. He continues to appear in different styles, which include plaited, cornrows, etc.
How it is made
Xavi Simon's dreads are awesome even as he continues to appear in different styles. He also applies hair dye to it.
Where does he play?
Xavi Simons plays as an attacking midfielder for RB Leipzig on loan from Paris Saint-Germain.
Jeremy Doku
Jeremy Doku makes my list. He is one of the famous players with dreadlocks this season.
Doku's dreads have come a long way since his time at French soccer club Stade Rennais. In the EPL, they look similar but are made differently.
How it is made
Doku's dreads are classic and dyed at the end of the hair.
Where does he play?
Jeremy Doku plays as a winger for Premier League club Manchester City.
Raheem Sterling
It is a surprise to see Raheem Sterling on the list. The former Manchester City star is now rocking dreads and has joined the list of players in the EPL.
Raheem Sterling this season appears different from his usual low cut. I guess many soccer fans were wowed to see their favourite star appear differently.
How it is made
Raheem Sterling dread is a classic plaited braid.
Where does he play?
Raheem Sterling currently plays for Premier League club Arsenal FC.
Michy Batshuayi
Another popular soccer player with dreads is Michy Batshuayi. Chelsea fans would remember him during his time at the club.
He is one of the players with trademark dreadlocks. Interestingly, his dreads have been constantly changing over the years.
How is it made?
His dreadlocks have constantly changed over the last couple of seasons. He has worn a dreadlock with brown dyes.
Where does he play?
Michy Batshuayi currently plays for Turkish soccer club Galatasaray SK.
Eberechi Eze
One of the famous players with dreads this year is Eberechi Eze. He is one of the players with trademark dreads.
The English soccer star has been in dread since his emergence in the Crystal Palace team.
How it is made
Eberechi Eze dreads are classic dreads.
Where does he play?
The English soccer star plays for Premier League club Crystal Palace.
Jules Kounde
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Jules Kounde is arguably one of the most famous fashion oriented players in world football. His trendy outfits include his impressive hairstyle.
Kounde dreadlocks and fashion sense had continued to attract attention from soccer fans and fashion lovers.
He continues to stand out amongst the big names on and off the pitch.
How it is made
Kounde dreadlocks are classic. His appearance earns him the title of the most fashionable soccer player in the world.
Trevoh Chalobah
Trevoh Chalobah is one of the soccer players with the trademark dreadlocks. In fact, there are more than four players with similar hairstyles at the club.
How it is made
Trevoh Chalobah's dread includes plaited braids and half-dyed.
Where does he play?
Trevoh Chalobah plays for English Premier League club Chelsea.
Allan Saint-maximin
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Allan Saint-Maxim has been rocking his dreads since his time at Premier League club Newcastle United. His hairstyle is unique to his appearance and has continued to attract attention to him.
In fact, Allan Saint-Maximin is regarded as the only player with an expensive headband, as he uses a branded Gucci headband.
How it is made
Allan Saint-Maximin dreadlock is a mow hawk dyed dreadlock with a Gucci headband.
Where does he play?
Allan Saint-maximin currently plays for Turkish soccer club Fenerbahçe SK.
Samuel Chukwueze
Samuel Chukwueze is one of the players with the trademark dreadlocks. The Nigerian international has been on dreads since his time at Spanish club Villarreal CF.
How it is made
Samuel Chukwueze's hairstyle features a mohawk. His hairstyle has been his trademark in the La Liga and now in the Italian Serie A.
Where does he play?
Samu Chukwueze plays for Italian Serie A club AC Milan.
Noah Okafor
AC Milan star Noah Okafor also rocks the good-looking dreadlocks.
Noni Madueke
Noni Madueke also features the dreads.
Where does he play?
Noni Madueke plays for Premier League club Chelsea FC.
Carney Chukwuemeka
Another Chelsea star on the list is Carney Chukwuemeka
Roméo Lavia
Romeo Lavia has made my list due to his impressive hairstyle.
Where does he play?
Romeo Lavia plays for Premier League club Chelsea FC.
Michael Olise
Olise trademark dreadlocks makes him standout in the English top flight. The French star has appeared in dreadlocks since his establishment as a top-level player.
Where does he play?
Michael Olise plays for German Bundesliga club FC Bayern Munich.
Renato Sanches
Renato Sanches is one of the players with trademark dreadlocks. The Portuguese player has been known for his unique hairstyle.
How it is made
Sanches have appeared in different styles of dreadlocks, including the dreadlock for medium-length hair.
Where does he play?
Renato Sanches plays for Portuguese side SL Benfica on loan from Paris Saint-German.
Wilfried Zaha
Ivorian star Wilfried Zaha is another player with the trademark dread. His hairstyle over the last couple of years has featured dreadlocks.
Throughout his career in the English Premier League, the Ivorian has rocked the dreadlocks.
Although he has worn other hairstyles, this remains his favourite throughout his career.
How it is made
Wilfried Zaha hairstyle features a mow hawk. The Ivorian hairstyle has featured different styles over the years.
Where does he play?
Wilfried Zaha plays for French Ligue 1 club Olympique Lyon.
Ademola Lookman
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Ademola Lookman is increasingly becoming a trendy athlete in Europe. The Nigerian winger is also rocking his dreads.
Lookman is one of the fastest rising players who has captured a lot of attention across the European football scene.
His dreads are also attracting interest from top soccer fans.
How it is made
Ademola Lookman dread features Side Swept dreadlocks with a taper fade. He rocked this hairstyle at the 2024 Ballon d'Or awards.
Where does he play?
Ademola Lookman plays for Italian Serie A club Atalanta Bergamo.