Borne on 22 January 1997, Dimitar Mitov hails from the football-loving nation of Bulgaria. At the age of 28, he faithfully guards the goalpost for Aberdeen, standing sentinel at a height of 6ft 2in (1.88m) and weighing 11st 13lb (76kg). Donning the eminent number 1 jersey, Mitov represents his nation on the turf as a part of the Bulgarian national team.
Reports from Transfermarkt indicate that his current market value floats around the €800k mark, converted to roughly £680k for those keeping a tab on his value in British currency.
Mitov embarked on his professional career on foreign soil, with his move to Charlton Athletic in England's Championship in August 2014. In a somewhat surprising twist, Mitov was loaned out to Canvey Island in England's lower divisions a mere six months later in February 2015. However, this was a fleeting arrangement, as he returned to Charlton Athletic by June 2015.
Two years later, in July 2017, Mitov sought greener pastures, transferring from Charlton Athletic to Cambridge United in England's League Two. He showcased his skills extensively in his debut season (2022-2023) therein, gracing the field for 23 league matches proving himself as a reliable goalkeeper.
Mitov's goalkeeping journey continued in July 2023, when he traded the English league for Scottish soil and joined St Johnstone in the Championship. He became a staple in their starting lineup, making appearances in 38 league matches in his maiden season of 2023 - 2024.
His performances evidently raised some eyebrows, as Mitov was scooped up by Aberdeen in Scotland's Premiership in July 2024, for an undisclosed fee. And he continues to be their go-to goalkeeper. In the 2024 - 2025 season, he leaped into action in 24 league matches, extending to 17 appearances in the ongoing 2025 - 2026 season.
Mitov's talents are not confined to domestic competitions, as he participated in numerous international tournaments as well. These include the League Cup 2025 - 2026 for Aberdeen with two starts, World Cup Qualifiers Europe 2024 - 2026 for Bulgaria with three starts, Europa League Qualifiers 2025 - 2026 for Aberdeen with two starts, Nations League 2024 - 2025 for Bulgaria with seven starts, and Conference League 2025 - 2026 for Aberdeen with six starts.
Indeed, Mitov's career trajectory attests to his dedication and contribution to the world of football, from England's Championship to Scotland's Premiership, adding substantial value to each team along his journey. Now, standing guard for Aberdeen and Bulgaria, Mitov persists in establishing his worthiness, one game at a time.
