Preben Elkjær

Preben Elkjær is a Danish former football player, journalist, and manager. Born on September 11, 1957, in Copenhagen, Denmark, he holds Danish citizenship.

Throughout his career, Elkjær has received numerous awards and recognitions, including the DFB-Pokal, Bundesliga Team of the Season, and Serie A Team of the Year. He has also been awarded the Ballon d'Or runner-up, Onze de Bronze, and FIFA Club World Cup Bronze Ball, among others. Elkjær has also been recognized as part of the FIFA World Cup All-Star Team and included in the World Soccer's 100 Greatest Footballers of All Time.

Known for his distinctive style, Preben Elkjær has been given pseudonyms such as "Il sindaco" and "Cavallo Pazzo" (also referred to as "cavall boig").