Daniel Samek

Daniel Samek (born 19 February 2004) is a Czech professional footballer who plays as a defender or midfielder for Artis Brno.

Club career Samek began his career at Hradec Králové, joining Slavia Prague's academy in 2018. On 3 March 2021, Samek made his debut for Slavia Prague, coming on as a 70th minute substitute in a 10–3 Czech Cup win against Slavia Karlovy Vary, becoming the youngest player in the club's history. On 22 August 2021, Samek scored his first goal for Slavia, scoring the second goal in a 4–0 win against Baník Ostrava. Samek also assisted the opening goal for Stanislav Tecl during the tie.

On 30 July 2022, Samek signed a five-year contract with Lecce in Italy. On 25 August 2024, Samek was loaned to Hradec Králové, with an option to buy.

On 2 July 2025, Samek moved to Artis Brno on a three-season contract.

International career Samek has represented the Czech Republic at under-15, under-16 and under-19 level.

Style of play Former Italian international Stefano Torrisi has described Samek as a "modern midfielder" who is "physically well built". Samek has been compared to Czech Republic captain Tomáš Souček and Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong as a result of his "offensive and defensive actions", "good dribbling" and "good passing technique".