AFC Ajax is a legendary Dutch football club based in Amsterdam. Founded over 100 years ago, the team has been home to some of Europe’s greatest players and won numerous domestic, European and international titles throughout its history. The iconic white-and-red jersey of AFC Ajax has graced fields across the continent for generations as they continue their pursuit of glory on every level.
1. Johan Cruyff
Forward
Career
- 1964–1973: Ajax
- 1973–1978: Barcelona
- 1979: Los Angeles Aztecs
- 1980: Washington Diplomats
- 1981: Levante
- 1981: Washington Diplomats
- 1981–1983: Ajax
- 1983–1984: Feyenoord
- 1966–1977: Netherlands
- 1985–1988: Ajax
- 1988–1996: Barcelona
- 2009–2013: Catalonia
Cruyff is one of the most famous footballers in history and was a key player for Ajax, Barcelona and Los Angeles Aztecs during his career.
He is considered to be one of the best players ever to play the game and won numerous trophies, including three European Cups with Ajax, two La Liga titles with Barcelona and two Copa del Reys with Madrid.
Cruyff retired from professional football in 1983 but continued to coach teams until 1991. He later became a television commentator on Dutch matches. Cruyff died at the age of 68 after a long battle against cancer.
Johan Cruyff is one of the most influential and celebrated footballers in history. He was a key part of Ajax's success during the 1970s and 1980s, winning 36 trophies in total.
Cruyff also had a successful managerial career, managing Ajax from 1985 to 1988 before moving on to manage Barcelona for nine years between 1989 and 2003.
His playing style - characterized by quick passing and clever movement - has been widely copied by other players since his retirement as a player.
Cruyff received numerous awards following his illustrious career, including three FIFA World Cups (1974, 1978, 1982) as well as two European Championships (1976, 1984).
2. Marco van Basten
Career
- 1970–1971: EDO
- 1971–1980: Utrecht
- 1980–1981: Elinkwijk
- 1981–1987: Ajax
- 1987–1995: AC Milan
- 1981–1983: Netherlands U21
- 1983–1992: Netherlands
- 2003–2004: Jong Ajax (assistant)
- 2004–2008: Netherlands
- 2008–2009: Ajax
- 2012–2014: Heerenveen
- 2014: AZ Alkmaar
- 2014–2015: AZ Alkmaar (assistant)
- 2015–2016: Netherlands (assistant)
Van Basten is a Dutch footballer who played as a striker for Ajax and AC Milan. He was once voted the best European player of all time by French magazine L'Equipe, and he also won four Ballon d'Or Awards.
After leaving Milan in 1995, Van Basten spent two seasons with Paris Saint-Germain before retiring from professional football at the age of 37.
In 2006, Van Basten became manager of Ajax, but was fired after just six months in charge due to poor results.
He later returned to coaching, taking over at FC Barcelona in 2013 where he led them to their first-ever La Liga title in 2014–15 season On 30 May 2016.
It was announced that van Basten would take over as head coach of the Netherlands national team following Dick Advocaat's resignation after the country failed to qualify for Euro 2016 finals.
Under his leadership, they reached the semi-finals of World Cup 2018 held on home soil.
3. Jari Litmanen
Career
- 1977–1987: Reipas
- 1987–1990: Reipas
- 1991: HJK
- 1992: MyPa
- 1992–1999: Ajax
- 1999–2001: Barcelona
- 2001–2002: Liverpool
- 2002–2004: Ajax
- 2004: Lahti
- 2005: Hansa Rostock
- 2005–2007: Malmö FF
- 2008: Fulham
- 2008–2010: Lahti
- 2011: HJK
- Total:
- 1989–2010: Finland
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Jari Litmanen is one of the most decorated footballers in Finnish history, with a total of 56 caps and over 400 club appearances to his name.
He spent most of his career at Reipas alongside current Liverpool striker Luis Suarez, before moving on to Barcelona in 1999 where he won two La Liga titles and a Copa Del Rey.
After three years with Barca, Litmanen signed for Anderlecht where he helped them win the Belgian Primeira Division title in 2003–04 season.
In 2006, Litmanen joined Munich 1860 where he finished his playing career after two seasons; during this time he also managed FC Helsingin Jalkapallokerho from 2009 until 2011.
Since retiring as a player, Litmanen has taken up coaching roles at both Ajax and Liverpool's academy sides as well as working as an ambassador for FIFPro, the world's leading players' union.
On 20 February 2017, aged 51 years old, Jari Olavi litmanen announced his retirement from professional football following thirteen successful seasons spanning spells at Barcelona (1999-2006), Bayern München (2006-2007) Valencia CF (2007-2008).
Olympique Lyonnais (2008-2009), Anderlecht (2003–2004) , Helsinki IFK FC Helsingin Jalkapallo FC Inter Turku Olimpija Ljubljana.
Also Played For: finland national football team
4. Antony
Forward
Career
- 2010–2018: São Paulo
- 2018–2020: São Paulo
- 2020–2022: Ajax
- 2022–: Manchester United
- 2019–2021: Brazil U23
- 2021–: Brazil
Antony is a Brazilian winger who currently plays for Manchester United. Antony started his career with São Paulo before moving to Manchester United in 2018.
Antony has been called up to the Brazil national team several times and was part of their squad at the 2018 World Cup. Antony is known for his speed, dribbling ability, and crossing ability as a winger.
Antony is expected to start playing more centrally this season after being rotated between wingers and central midfield during the first half of 2019/20 season.
Antony is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays for English club Manchester United and the Brazil national team.
Antony started his career at Corinthians, before moving to Europe to play for Paris Saint-Germain and Juventus. He then joined Manchester United in 2018.
Antony has been nominated for the PFA Players' Player of the Year award twice – in 2017 and 2018 - and was also named as part of the PFA Team of the Year in both years.
In 2019, he helped Brazil win silver medals at the Copa America Centenario tournament, becoming only the second player after Pele to captain his country at two consecutive major tournaments (the other being Neymar).
Antony is known for his powerful shots from outside the box, which have earned him nicknames such as 'The Beast' and 'Pelé's successor'.
Antony has won over 100 caps for Brazil since making his debut in 2016; he is expected to be a key member of their squad during this year's World Cup campaign.
5. Edwin van der Sar
Goalkeeper
Career
- 1980–1985: Foreholte
- 1985–1990: VV Noordwijk
- 1990–1999: Ajax
- 1999–2001: Juventus
- 2001–2005: Fulham
- 2005–2011: Manchester United
- 1995–2008: Netherlands
Edwin van der Sar is a Dutch goalkeeper who played for Ajax and Manchester United. Van der Sar has made over 300 appearances in the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup, and World Cup.
He was named Ajax Player of the Year in 1998 and 2003, as well as being named Man Utd Player of the Year in 2005. After retiring from playing professionally, he served as CEO of Ajax until his departure in 2016.
Edwin van der Sar was born on October 29th 1970 in Voorhout, Netherlands to Jan and Margaretha. Edwin began his career at Foreholte before moving to VV Noordwijk where he would make 189 appearances between 1985–1990.
In 1990 he signed with Manchester United helping them win their first ever Premier League title that season, while also appearing at UEFA Champions League semi-finals, Copa America final, Euro 1996 final, and 1999 FIFA Confederations Cup Final.
In total Van Der Sar appeared 416 times for Manchester United scoring 24 goals across all competitions whilst winning 5 major trophies including 3 league titles., 2 FA Cups 1 Intercontinental cup, and 2 European Super cups.
On July 14th 2004 after 12 years with Man Utd; during which time they had won 4 more Premier Leagues & The Uefa champions trophy (1997), Edwin announced his retirement due to an Achilles tendon injury sustained against Newcastle United on November 26th 2003.
However just 9 months later on May 30 2006 following new signing David De Gea’s debut v Blackburn Rovers; Edwin came off the bench replacing De Gea 83rd minute & conceded a goal leading to a 3–1 defeat ending their 19 game unbeaten run.
This proved to be Van Der Sar’s last competitive appearance for MAN UTD., making 383 apps overall (+282) totaling 301 clean sheets.
6. Daley Blind
Midfielder
Career
- 1995–1998: Amsterdamsche FC
- 1998–2008: Ajax
- 2008–2014: Ajax
- 2010: Groningen (loan)
- 2014–2018: Manchester United
- 2018–2022: Ajax
- 2023: Bayern Munich
- 2004: Netherlands U15
- 2006: Netherlands U16
- 2006–2007: Netherlands U17
- 2007–2009: Netherlands U19
- 2009–2013: Netherlands U21
- 2013: Netherlands
Daley Blind is a Dutch international defender who currently plays for Bayern Munich. Blind made his professional debut with Ajax in 2008, and went on to make 102 appearances for the club over three seasons before joining Groningen on loan in 2010.
In 2014, Blind transferred to Manchester United where he has since played 146 games and scored five goals. A versatile defender capable of playing at either centre-back or left-back, Blind was part of the Netherlands team that finished runners-up at UEFA Euro 2016.
Daley Blind is a Dutch international footballer who currently plays for English side Manchester United.
Daley Blind has represented his home nation Netherlands at multiple youth levels and made his senior debut in 2009. After impressing with Ajax, he moved to Premier League club Manchester United in 2014 where he has since become an important member of the team.
In 2019, Blind helped Manchester United reach the UEFA Nations League Final where they narrowly lost against Portugal on penalties after a goalless draw in the semi-final stage.
The midfielder has also appeared for Netherlands at both the FIFA World Cup (2014) and European Championship (2016).
With over 90 appearances for Manchester United, Daley Blind ranks as one of their longest-serving players and remains an integral part of their squad going into the 2020 season.
On 2 July 2018, it was announced that blind had signed a new contract with Manchester United until 2022 which will keep him at Old Trafford until at least 30 June 2023.
7. Davy Klaassen
Midfielder
Career
- 1999–2003: HVV de Zebra's
- 2003–2004: HSV Wasmeer
- 2004–2012: Ajax
- 2011–2017: Ajax
- 2013: Jong Ajax
- 2017–2018: Everton
- 2018–2020: Werder Bremen
- 2020: Ajax
- 2008–2009: Netherlands U16
- 2009–2010: Netherlands U17
- 2010–2011: Netherlands U19
- 2013: Netherlands U21
- 2014: Netherlands
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:30, 12 November 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23
Davy Klaassen is a Dutch footballer who plays for Ajax. He has also played for HSV Wasmeer and HVV de Zebra's in his youth career. Davy Klaassen was born on 21 February 1993 in Hilversum, Netherlands and started playing football at the age of five with local club HVV de Zebra's.
After impressing during his time at youth level, Klaassen joined Dutch giants Ajax in July 2009 and made his debut three years later against Groningen in the Eredivisie.
Since joining Ajax, Davy Klaassen has become one of the most popular players within the squad and has won two successive Eredivisie titles as well as being crowned Johan Cruijff Klasseman (a title given to the best player within Holland) twice consecutively between 2014-2015 and 2016-2017 season respectively.
In addition to winning trophies with Ajax, Davy Klaassen has also represented Netherlands national team at under-19s, under-21s, senior level and was part of their successful 2017 FIFA World Cup campaign where they reached quarter-finals before losing to France1.
Having spent six seasons with Amsterdam side since 2009, it was announced by manager Peter Bosz that he would be leaving after talks over a new contract failed to materialize following their run to the Champions League semifinals this past season which ended up losing 4–1 on aggregate against Liverpool FC.
8. Lisandro Magallán
Defender
Career
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2010–2012: Gimnasia La Plata: 26: (0)
- 2012–2019: Boca Juniors: 57: (2)
- 2013–2014: → Rosario Central (loan): 11: (0)
- 2016: → Defensa y Justicia (loan): 16: (1)
- 2019–2023: Ajax: 2: (0)
- 2019–2020: → Alavés (loan): 17: (1)
- 2020–2021: → Crotone (loan): 28: (1)
- 2021–2022: → Anderlecht (loan): 21: (0)
- 2023–: Elche: 0: (0)
- : Argentina U20: :
- 2016: Argentina U23: 1: (0)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 10 April 2022
Lisandro Magallán is a central defender who currently plays for Elche. Magallán made his senior debut with Gimnasia La Plata in 2010, and has since played 26 games for the club.
He was part of Argentina's U20 squad that won the 2011 South American Youth Championship, as well as their side at the 2012 Toulon Tournament. Magallán made his international debut with Argentina in November 2013, coming on as a substitute in a 2-1 defeat to Paraguay.
In December 2016 he signed an extension to his contract until 2020 with Elche.[2] Lisandro Magallán is a midfielder who currently plays for Boca Juniors.
He has played for Rosario Central and Defensa y Justicia on loan in Argentina before joining Ajax in 2019. Magallán was born in 1994 and made his international debut for Argentina U20s in 2016.
He has represented Elche on loan from Ajax since the 2020 season, but hasn't scored any goals yet.
9. Frank de Boer
Defender
Career
- 1984–1988: Ajax
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 1988–1999: Ajax: 328: (30)
- 1999–2003: Barcelona: 144: (5)
- 2003–2004: Galatasaray: 15: (1)
- 2004: Rangers: 15: (2)
- 2004–2005: Al-Rayyan: 16: (5)
- 2005–2006: Al-Shamal: 1: (0)
- Total: : 519: (43)
- 1990–2004: Netherlands: 112: (13)
- 2006–2010: Ajax (youth)
- 2008–2010: Netherlands (assistant)
- 2010–2016: Ajax
- 2016: Inter Milan
- 2017: Crystal Palace
- 2018–2020: Atlanta United
- 2020–2021: Netherlands
Frank de Boer is a Dutch football manager and defender who has spent most of his managerial career with Ajax, winning the Eredivisie title twice in 2011 and 2015.
De Boer made his professional debut for Ajax in 1988, going on to make 328 appearances for the club over 14 seasons before moving to Barcelona in 1999. At Barcelona, he won two La Liga titles and was part of their victorious 1998–99 Champions League squad, as well as reaching the UEFA Cup Final that year.
He left Barça after just one season to join Turkish side Galatasaray, but unhappy with life in Istanbul decided to retire at the end of his contract there four years later.
After retiring from playing De Boer took up coaching positions with Rangers (2005-2006), Al-Rayyan (2006) and Al-Shamal (2007).
In November 2011 he was appointed head coach of Ajax following Ruud Gullit's departure from the post and led them back into European competition by finishing second in his first season at helm.
They went on to win both domestic trophies during the 2012/13 campaign – including runners up spot behind PSV Eindhoven – before repeating this feat again in 2015/16 securing three consecutive league titles overall between 2014/15 & 2016/17 seasons.
On 2 July 2018 it was announced that Frank de Boer would leave Ajax at the conclusion of their pre-season tour due to “personal reasons” leaving speculation rife about whether or not he will manage another club next term.
10. Luis Suárez
Forward
Career
- 1991–1994: Artigas de Salto
- 1994–2000: Urreta
- 2001–2005: Nacional
- 2005–2006: Nacional
- 2006–2007: Groningen
- 2007–2011: Ajax
- 2011–2014: Liverpool
- 2014–2020: Barcelona
- 2020–2022: Atlético Madrid
- 2022: Nacional
- 2023: Grêmio
- 2006–2007: Uruguay U20
- 2012: Uruguay Olympic (O.P.)
- 2007: Uruguay
Luis Suárez is a talented Uruguayan striker who has had an illustrious career playing for top teams in Europe.
Suarez signed with Premier League club Liverpool in January 2014, and helped the team win the Champions League in 2015.
In May 2018, he was banned from international football by FIFA after biting Italy's Giorgio Chiellini during a World Cup match. Suarez returned to action with Grêmio in July 2018 and scored twice against Cruzeiro on his return to competitive play.
He is widely regarded as one of the best strikers in history, and is often compared to former Liverpool teammates Ian Rush and Fernando Torres. Luis Alberto Suárez Díaz was born on 24 January 1987 in Salto , Uruguay.
At 1'82 m (6 ft 0 ins), he typically plays as a striker for clubs such as Groningen, Barcelona, Liverpool Fc., Napoli FC Ajax Amsterdam,[5], Sevilla FC, Atlético Madrid and Manchester United.
His association with these clubs spans over ten years across three continents; South America (Atletico Madrid), Europe (Liverpool) & Asia Pacific Region(Ajax Amsterdam).
After making his senior debut at Nacional aged just 17 years old, Suarez went onto score 127 goals before joining English side Liverpool Football Club for £22 million ($34 million). "Suarez joins Van Persie & Rooney atop all-time goal scorers.
The Telegraph 16th August 2017 Luis Suárez is a world-renowned striker who has played for several top clubs, most notably Liverpool and Barcelona.
He is well known for his explosive pace and powerful shot, which has earned him numerous accolades over the years. In 2011 he was banned from football by FIFA after biting an opponent during a match in Italy; however, this ban was later overturned on appeal.
Suárez recently announced he will be leaving Liverpool at the end of the season to join Barcelona in a move that is sure to cause controversy again.
His outstanding skills have made him one of the most popular players in world football, and he remains one of Uruguay's most iconic exports.
11. Maarten Stekelenburg
Goalkeeper
Career
- : Zandvoort '75
- : VV Schoten
- 1997–2002: Ajax
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2002–2011: Ajax: 191: (0)
- 2011–2013: Roma: 48: (0)
- 2013–2016: Fulham: 19: (0)
- 2014–2015: → Monaco (loan): 1: (0)
- 2015–2016: → Southampton (loan): 17: (0)
- 2016–2020: Everton: 19: (0)
- 2020–: Ajax: 19: (0)
- 2002–2003: Netherlands U21: 4: (0)
- 2004–2021: Netherlands: 63: (0)
Maarten Stekelenburg is a goalkeeper for Ajax. He has been with the club since 1997 and played over 350 games for them. Stekelenburg was part of the Netherlands' successful side at Euro 2012, where they reached the semi-finals before losing to Spain.
In 2013, he helped Ajax reach their fourth consecutive Dutch championship and his 100th appearance in all competitions came against Feyenoord in March of that year.
Having made his international debut back in 2002, Stekelenburg represented his country at three World Cups (2006, 2010, 2014) as well as two European Championships (2008, 2012).
On 16 January 2016 it was announced that Stekelenburg would be out for six months after fracturing his ankle whilst on international duty with Holland.[4] Senior career starts from 1 July 2007.
12. Dennis Bergkamp
Forward
Career
- 1981–1986: Ajax
- 1986–1993: Ajax
- 1993–1995: Inter Milan
- 1995–2006: Arsenal
- 1989: Netherlands U21
- 1990–2000: Netherlands
- 2011–2017: Ajax (assistant)
Dennis Bergkamp is a Dutch professional footballer who played as a forward for Ajax, Inter Milan and Arsenal. Bergkamp was born on 10 May 1969 in Amsterdam and started his career at Ajax before moving to Inter Milan in 1993.
He spent the majority of his time at Arsenal, winning three Premier League titles and two FA Cups with the club. After leaving Arsenal in 2006, he had brief spells with Barcelona and Parma before retiring from football later that year.
In 2011, Bergkamp was named as head coach of AZ Alkmaar but left the position after one season due to personal reasons. He has since been working as an ambassador for several clubs including Ajax, Inter Milan, Feyenoord Rotterdam and FC Utrecht.
On 26 November 2014, it was announced that he would be honored with a statue outside the Emirates Stadium following his retirement from playing football.
13. Sébastien Haller
Forward
Career
- 2003–2005: FCO Vigneux
- 2005–2007: Brétigny Foot
- 2007–2012: Auxerre
- 2010–2014: Auxerre II
- 2012–2015: Auxerre
- 2015: Utrecht (loan)
- 2015–2017: Utrecht
- 2017–2019: Eintracht Frankfurt
- 2019–2021: West Ham United
- 2021–2022: Ajax
- 2022: Borussia Dortmund
- 2010: France U16
- 2011: France U17
- 2011–2012: France U18
- 2012–2013: France U19
- 2013–2014: France U20
- 2013–2016: France U21
- 2020: Ivory Coast
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:17, 15 May 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23
Sébastien Haller is a French-born striker who currently plays for Borussia Dortmund. He started his career at FCO Vigneux before joining Brétigny Foot in 2007.
In 2012, he moved to Auxerre and subsequently made over 100 appearances for the club, scoring 36 goals. He joined Borussia Dortmund in 2019 and has since scored six goals in 17 appearances for the Bundesliga side.
Sébastien Haller is widely considered one of France's most promising young strikers and has been called up to the national team on multiple occasions; most recently being named in their squad for the World Cup Qualifiers against Bulgaria and Romania later this year.
Outside of football, he studied business administration at university level and now works as a financial consultant.
Sébastien Haller is a French professional footballer who plays as a forward for Dutch club Utrecht and the Ivory Coast national team.
Sébastien Haller began his career with Auxerre before moving to Dutch side Utrecht in 2015. He has since made over 60 appearances for Eintracht Frankfurt, scoring 24 goals, and represented France at U21 level on multiple occasions.
In September 2020, it was announced that Haller had been called up to the Ivory Coast squad for their upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Madagascar and Gabon.
He made his international debut later that month playing the full 90 minutes in a 1-1 draw against Madagascar.
Sébestien Haller is known for his pace, dribbling ability, shooting power, and set-piece skills; he has also been praised for being an excellent header of the ball and strong tackler in midfield.
14. Zlatan Ibrahimović
Forward
Career
- 1989–1991: Malmö BI
- 1991–1995: FBK Balkan
- 1995–1999: Malmö FF
- 1999–2001: Malmö FF
- 2001–2004: Ajax
- 2004–2006: Juventus
- 2006–2009: Inter Milan
- 2009–2011: Barcelona
- 2010–2011: AC Milan (loan)
- 2011–2012: AC Milan
- 2012–2016: Paris Saint-Germain
- 2016–2018: Manchester United
- 2018–2019: LA Galaxy
- 2020: AC Milan
- 1999: Sweden U18
- 2001: Sweden U21
- 2001: Sweden
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 16:44, 24 May 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21
Zlatan Ibrahimović is an award-winning striker who currently plays for AC Milan. He was born in Sweden and started his career with Malmö BI before transferring to FBK Balkan in 1995.
In 1999, he moved to Malmo FF where he enjoyed great success scoring over 150 goals in 200 appearances.
Zlatan Ibrahimović joined AC Milan in 2009 and has since helped the club win several trophies including two Serie A titles and a Champions League trophy in 2016/17 season Ibrahimović is a superstar and one of the best players in the world.
He has won countless awards, including five Ballon d'Or trophies, three Premier League titles, two La Liga crowns, and one Champions League title.
Ibrahimović began his career at Malmö FF before moving to Ajax in 2001. In 2004 he joined Juventus where he quickly became a key player on their championship-winning team.
After leaving Italy, Ibrahimović signed for Barcelona where he helped lead them to multiple cups and league championships before transferring to AC Milan in 2011.
There was some speculation that Ibrahimović would leave Milan after failing to agree on terms on a new contract but instead, he re-joined PSG for an additional two seasons in 2016 and 2017 respectively.
As of 2019, Ibrahimovic is currently playing for LA Galaxy where he continues to be one of the most dominant players in MLS history.
With over 100 international caps under his belt as well as goals scored throughout Europe's major leagues, it is safe to say that Zlatan Ibrahimovic will go down as one of football's all-time greats.
15. Edson Álvarez
Defender
Career
- 2014–2016: América
- 2016–2019: América
- 2019–: Ajax
- 2015: Mexico U18
- 2017: Mexico U20
- 2017–: Mexico
Edson Álvarez is a Mexican professional footballer who currently plays for Ajax. He started his career with América before moving to Ajax in 2019. Mexico, making his debut in 2016.
In addition to playing football, he also competes in track and field events such as the 110m hurdles and 200m sprints. Edson Álvarez was born on October 24th 1997 in Tlalnepantla, México.
At 1st division club Ajaccio (France) from 2020-2021 season until end of 2021-22 season Played 58 games scoring 2 goals. Signed 3 years contract with FC Porto starting from 2022-23 season.
After successful spell at FC Porto signed one year deal with Dutch Eredivisie side PSV Eindhoven Edson Álvarez is a Mexican professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Dutch club Ajax.
Edson Alvarez started his career at Atlas de Guadalajara before joining Dutch side Ajax in January 2019.
He made his international debut for Mexico in 2017 and has since represented the country at several tournaments including the CONCACAF Gold Cup, CONCACAF Nations League and Copa America Centenario.
In November 2018 he scored his first goal for Mexico in a 3-1 victory over Honduras, which helped them qualify for the FIFA World Cup Russia finals later that year.
16. Jurrien Timber
Defender
Career
- 2014: Feyenoord
- 2014–2018: Ajax
- 2018–2021: Jong Ajax
- 2019: Ajax
- 2015: Netherlands U15
- 2016–2017: Netherlands U16
- 2017–2018: Netherlands U17
- 2018–2019: Netherlands U19
- 2020: Netherlands U21
- 2021: Netherlands
Jurrien Timber is a 21-year-old Dutch centre back who currently plays for Ajax. He started his career at DVSU before moving to Feyenoord in 2014 and then to Ajax the following year.
In 2018, he made 39 appearances for Jong Ajax - helping them reach the Eredivisie play-offs that season. Jurriën has also been capped at youth level by Netherlands, making five appearances between 2014 and 2018.
Timber is a midfielder who joined Ajax in 2019 and has made 66 appearances for the club so far. Timber started his career with Netherlands youth teams before making his international debut in 2015.
He has since played at under-16, under-17, and under-19 levels before making his senior team debut this year.
Timber is known for being an attacking midfielder who can create chances for himself and others on the pitch.
His performances have caught the eye of several top European clubs, including Barcelona and Juventus, and he may soon be looking to take that next step in his footballing career by joining one of those sides.
17. Steven Berghuis
Forward
Career
- 2007: Vitesse/AGOVV
- 2007–2008: WSV Apeldoorn
- 2008–2009: Go Ahead Eagles
- 2009–2011: Twente
- 2011–2012: Twente
- 2012: VVV-Venlo (loan)
- 2012–2015: AZ
- 2015–2016: Watford
- 2016–2021: Feyenoord
- 2021: Ajax
- 2009–2011: Netherlands U19
- 2012: Netherlands U20
- 2011: Netherlands U21
- 2016: Netherlands
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:26, 12 November 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23
Steven Berghuis is a Dutch footballer who plays for Ajax. He made his professional debut with Vitesse in 2007 and spent three seasons there before joining Go Ahead Eagles in 2009.
After a year at AEK Athens, he joined Ajax in the summer of 2013 and has since played more than 250 matches for the club, scoring 30 goals. In 2016, Berghuis helped Netherlands win their first ever European Championship title.
He was named Dutch Footballer of the Year for both 2015 and 2016[5][6] and also won two Eredivisie titles (with Ajax) as well as two KNVB Cups (both with AEK).
On 28 November 2017,[7] Berghuis scored his 100th goal for Ajax during a 5–0 victory over Excelsior Rotterdam. With 78 caps to his name, he is currently the fourth-highest-capped player in Netherlands' history behind Arjen Robben, Wesley Sneijder, and Robin van Persie.
18. Ryan Gravenberch
Midfielder
Career
- 2009–2010: Zeeburgia
- 2010–2018: Ajax
- 2018–2020: Jong Ajax
- 2018–2022: Ajax
- 2022: Bayern Munich
- 2017–2018: Netherlands U16
- 2018: Netherlands U17
- 2018–2020: Netherlands U19
- 2020: Netherlands U21
- 2021: Netherlands
Ryan Gravenberch is a Dutch midfielder who currently plays for Bayern Munich. He began his career at Zeeburgia before moving to Ajax in 2018. In total, Gravenberch has made over 100 appearances for Ajax and Bayern Munich across all competitions.
Gravenberch is known for his excellent passing ability and strength in the midfield area; he was named in the Bundesliga Team of the Year twice during his time with Bayern Munich (2018, 2020).
Ryan Gravenberch is a Dutch footballer who plays for Ajax and the Netherlands national team.
He started his career at PSV Eindhoven, before joining Ajax in 2017. Gravenberch has made 44 appearances for Ajax since making his debut in 2018, scoring 8 goals along the way.
His international career began with Netherland's U16 side in 2017, before he played for the U17s two years later and then the U19s this year.
Ryan is set to make his senior international debut for The Netherlands against Germany on November 12th 2022.
19. Dušan Tadić
Midfielder
Career
- 2002–2006: Vojvodina
- 2006–2010: Vojvodina
- 2010–2012: Groningen
- 2012–2014: Twente
- 2014–2018: Southampton
- 2018: Ajax
- 2007–2010: Serbia U21
- 2008: Serbia Olympic
- 2008: Serbia
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 8 January 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 2 December 2022
Dušan Tadić is a Serbian professional footballer who currently plays as a forward for Dutch club Ajax. He made his senior debut with local side Ajax in 2007 and has since established himself as one of the Netherlands' most prolific frontmen.
Tadić was part of Serbia's victorious squad at the 2018 FIFA World Cup, where he scored two goals in their campaign to reach the final. Dušan Tadić was born on 20 November 1988 in Bačka Topola, SR Serbia, SFR Yugoslavia to parents Slobodan and Dragana.
After making his senior debut with Ajax in 2007, Tadić went on to win three Eredivisie titles (2008–2010), one KNVB Cup (2009), an Europa League title (2015) and two Dutch Super Cups (2013 & 2017).
In December 2017, it was announced that he would join French side Paris Saint-Germain during the summer transfer window. However, PSG were unable to get him released by Ajax so they eventually sold him back to Amsterdam six months later.
20. Brian Brobbey
Forward
Career
- 2010: AFC
- 2010–2018: Ajax
- 2018–2021: Jong Ajax
- 2020–2021: Ajax
- 2021–2022: RB Leipzig
- 2022: Ajax (loan)
- 2022: Ajax
- 2017: Netherlands U15
- 2017: Netherlands U16
- 2017–2019: Netherlands U17
- 2019: Netherlands U19
- 2021: Netherlands U21
Brian Brobbey is a Dutch striker who currently plays for Ajax. He made his professional debut with AFC in 2010 and went on to make over 100 appearances for the club before joining Ajax in 2018.
After impressing at youth level, he joined RB Leipzig on loan in 2020 but failed to score any goals during his time there. Brian Brobbey is eligible to represent the Netherlands at international level and has previously been called up for Under-21s duty.
He is a Dutch footballer who plays for Ajax. He has represented Holland at various youth levels and was part of the team that won the European Under-17 Championship in 2018. Brobbey also played for Ireland at under-19 level, winning the tournament in 2019.
With Ajax he has made over 100 appearances in all competitions, scoring 11 times along the way.
21. Steven Bergwijn
Forward
Career
- : ASC Waterwijk
- 2005–2011: Ajax
- 2011–2014: PSV
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2014–2017: Jong PSV: 31: (14)
- 2014–2020: PSV: 112: (29)
- 2020–2022: Tottenham Hotspur: 60: (7)
- 2022–: Ajax: 14: (8)
- 2013–2014: Netherlands U17: 12: (8)
- 2015: Netherlands U18: 1: (0)
- 2014–2016: Netherlands U19: 16: (8)
- 2016: Netherlands U20: 4: (2)
- 2016–2018: Netherlands U21: 10: (3)
- 2018–: Netherlands: 28: (7)
Bergwijn is a Netherlands international winger who currently plays for Ajax. Bergwijn started his career at Ajax before moving to PSV in 2014. After two seasons with PSV, he joined Jong PSV in 2016 where he has since played 112 games and scored 29 goals.
Bergwijn was called up to the Dutch national team for the first time in 2017 and made his senior debut that year against Luxembourg.
He is known as an attacking winger who can play on either flank or as a No 10 behind the striker Bergwijn is a versatile and attacking midfielder who has impressed for club and country over the past few years.
He started his career at PSV before moving to Tottenham Hotspur in England in 2017. Bergwijn has since established himself as one of the best young midfielders in Europe, helping Ajax reach the UEFA Champions League semi-finals this season.
The Netherlands international was part of the Dutch side that won Euro 2016, scoring an important goal against Spain en route to glory.
Bergwijn is also a regular for Holland at U21 level, where he has helped his team win silverware on multiple occasions including runners-up medals at both the European Under-17 Championship and UEFA European Under-20 Championship.
With plenty of experience under his belt, Bergwijn will be looking to help Spurs achieve their first major trophy since 2013 when they take on Ajax in tomorrow's Europa League final.
22. Kenneth Taylor
Midfielder
Career
- –2010: SV De Foresters
- 2010–: Ajax
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2018–: Jong Ajax: 60: (14)
- 2020–: Ajax: 28: (6)
- 2017: Netherlands U15: 5: (0)
- 2017–2018: Netherlands U16: 6: (1)
- 2018–2019: Netherlands U17: 14: (4)
- 2022–: Netherlands: 3: (0)
Kenneth Taylor is a Dutch footballer who currently plays for Ajax. He made his debut for Ajax in the Eredivisie in 2016 and has since become a key player for the club.
Kenneth Taylor has represented the Netherlands at youth level and was part of their team that won the U17 European Championship in 2015.
In October 2018, he captained Ajax to victory in the KNVB Cup final, becoming just the fourth player ever to win three domestic cup titles with two different clubs (Ajax, AZ Alkmaar, PSV).
Kenneth Taylor is considered one of Amsterdam's most promising young talents and could be an important figure for Ajax over coming years After starting his career with Jong Ajax, Kenneth Taylor moved to Dutch giants Ajax in 2020.
In total, he has made 60 appearances for the club and scored 14 goals. He is also a member of the Netherlands Under-17 team who won the UEFA European Under-17 Championship in 2019.
Outside of football, Kenneth Taylor is studying business at Erasmus University Rotterdam where he plans to work as an accountant after completing his education.
23. Calvin Bassey
Defender
Career
- 2015–2020: Leicester City
- 2020–2022: Rangers
- 2022: Ajax
- 2022: Nigeria
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 16:30, 8 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 22
Calvin Bassey is a left-back and centre-back who currently plays for Ajax. Bassey was born in Aosta, Italy on 31 December 1999. He began his career with Italian side Cagliari before moving to Ajax in January 2018 for an undisclosed fee.
Bassey has made one appearance for the Ghana national team, coming on as a substitute against Nigeria in November 2017. In addition to playing football, Calvin BASSEY also enjoys basketball and track & field competitions.
Bassey is a young defender who has been playing for Leicester City in the English Premier League.
Bassey started his career with CM Futsal Academy, before moving to Leicester City in 2015. In 2020 he was called up to the Nigeria national team, and played eight matches until his retirement from international play in 2022.
Bassey is known as a disciplined defender who is good at reading the game and clearances, which makes him an important part of any team he plays for.
He will be looking forward to continuing his development at Rangers this season after joining them on loan last year.
24. Mohammed Kudus
Forward
Career
- 2010–2018: Right to Dream
- 2018–2020: Nordsjælland
- 2020: Ajax
- 2017: Ghana U17
- 2018–2019: Ghana U20
- 2019: Ghana
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:31, 12 November 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23
Mohammed Kudus is a Ghanaian midfielder who currently plays for Ajax. He started his youth career with Asante Kotoko before moving to Dutch side Ajax in 2017.
Mohammed has played at both U-17 and U-19 levels for Ghana, scoring 3 goals in 17 appearances between the two tournaments.
Mohammed made his debut for Ajax against Heracles Almelo in March 2018, coming on as a late substitute in a 4-0 victory.
In November 2018, he was named captain of the Ghana national team by new head coach George Ashong Dankwa after James Addo was recalled to the Black Stars squad for their upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Togo and Uganda respectively.
Mohamed's performances for club and country have seen him recognised as one of Africa’s rising midfield stars and he is expected to feature prominently at this year’s FIFA World Cup™.
25. Francisco Conceição
Forward
Career
- 2011–2017: Sporting
- 2017–2018: Padroense
- 2018–2020: Porto
- 2020–2021: Porto B
- 2021–2022: Porto
- 2022: Ajax
- 2022: Jong Ajax
- 2018: Portugal U16
- 2018: Portugal U17
- 2019: Portugal U18
- 2021: Portugal U21
Francisco Conceição is a Portuguese forward who currently plays for Ajax. He made his senior debut in 2020 with Porto B, and has since played for them on loan at Padroense and Porto.
Conceição is known for his fast pace and dribbling ability, which has seen him score several goals throughout his career so far. The 20-year-old is likely to be a key player for Ajax next season as they look to challenge for the title once again.
Francisco Conceição is a Portuguese footballer who plays as a midfielder for Ajax and the Portugal national team. He made his professional debut with Ajaccio in France in 2018 before joining Jong Ajax the following year.
In November 2019, he was called up to represent Portugal at UEFA European U21 Championship finals where they reached the final but lost to Sweden on penalties.
Conceição has also represented his country at Under-19 and Under-21 levels, scoring three goals over nine appearances in both tournaments combined.
Also Played For: jong ajax
26. Devyne Rensch
Career
- –2016: VV Unicum
- 2016–2020: Ajax
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2020–: Jong Ajax: 16: (3)
- 2020–: Ajax: 49: (6)
- 2017–2018: Netherlands U15: 4: (0)
- 2018: Netherlands U16: 1: (0)
- 2019: Netherlands U17: 17: (0)
- 2019: Netherlands U18: 3: (0)
- 2021–: Netherlands U21: 1: (0)
- 2021–: Netherlands: 1: (0)
Devyne Rensch is a Dutch full-back who currently plays for Ajax. Devyne began his career with VV Unicum before joining Ajax in 2020. At 19 years old, Devyne is still developing as a footballer and has plenty of potential to fulfil.
He has made 16 appearances for Jong Ajax so far this season and looks set to continue his development at the club in the coming years Devyne Rensch is a talented young footballer who has represented his country at Under-17 level.
He is currently playing for the Netherlands U21 side and looks set to make further international appearances in the future.
Devyne has an excellent work ethic and possesses great technical ability, which has seen him become one of the most highly rated prospects in Dutch footballing circles. He is also known for his strong defensive abilities, making him a valuable member of any team he plays for.
With continued development, Devyne could well end up becoming one of Europe's top midfielders in years to come.
27. Noussair Mazraoui
Midfielder
Career
- 2002–2005: AVV Alphen
- 2005–2006: Alphense Boys
- 2006–2016: Ajax
- 2016–2018: Jong Ajax
- 2018–2022: Ajax
- 2022: Bayern Munich
- 2017–2018: Morocco U20
- 2018: Morocco
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21:19, 8 November 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 14 December 2022
Mazraoui started his career at Ajax, before moving to Bayern Munich in 2018. Mazraoui has represented the Netherlands at youth international level, and made his senior debut in 2017.
Mazraoui is a full-back who primarily plays on the right side of defence. Mazraoui is known for his energy and attacking play from left-back, which has helped him win several accolades including Bundesliga Player of the Month twice (in April and December 2018).
Mazraoui scored one goal for Bayern Munich during their 4–1 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt in the German Cup fourth round on 28 October 2018. Mazraoui is a versatile midfielder who can play anywhere in the midfield. Mazraoui has played for Ajax and Bayern Munich, both of which are top clubs in Europe.
Mazraoui was born in Morocco but plays for the Moroccan national team. Mazraoui is known for his technical ability, passing and shooting ability, and endurance on the pitch.
28. Remko Pasveer
Goalkeeper
Career
- : SC Enschede
- –2003: Twente
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2003–2006: Twente: 14: (0)
- 2006–2014: Heracles Almelo: 134: (0)
- 2008–2010: → Go Ahead Eagles (loan): 74: (0)
- 2014–2017: PSV: 5: (0)
- 2017–2021: Vitesse: 92: (0)
- 2021–: Ajax: 34: (0)
- 2022–: Netherlands: 2: (0)
Pasveer started his career at SC Enschede, before moving to Twente in 2003. Pasveer made his debut for Ajax in 2007 and has since been a regular starter in the team's goalkeeping corps.
He helped Ajax win silverware in both the Eredivisie (2007/08) and Europa League (2011/12). Pasveer was also part of the Netherlands squad that won the European Championship in 2016. In 2018, he signed a new contract with Ajax which will keep him at the club until 2020.
Remko is known for being quick off his line and possessing excellent reflexes, making him one of Europe's top goalkeepers Remko Pasveer is a Dutch professional footballer who plays for Ajax as a central defender.
He has played for several clubs in the Netherlands, most notably Twente and Heracles Almelo where he won two Eredivisie titles apiece.
In January 2019, Pasveer was loaned to PSV until the end of the season. He made his international debut in March 2018 and has since represented the Netherlands at UEFA Euro 2020 qualifiers and the World Cup qualification campaign.
At club level, Pasveer is also an accomplished midfielder having spent time on loan at Go Ahead Eagles and Excelsior Rotterdam respectively in his career thus far; both clubs reached Europa League semi-finals stages during his stay there.
29. Owen Wijndal
Defender
Career
- : ZVV Zaandijk
- –2010: HFC Haarlem
- 2010–2018: AZ
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2016–2019: Jong AZ: 59: (2)
- 2017–2022: AZ: 105: (3)
- 2022–: Ajax: 6: (0)
- 2013–2014: Netherlands U15: 5: (0)
- 2014: Netherlands U16: 3: (0)
- 2015–2016: Netherlands U17: 12: (0)
- 2016: Netherlands U18: 3: (0)
- 2017: Netherlands U19: 15: (0)
- 2018–2019: Netherlands U20: 6: (0)
- 2019: Netherlands U21: 4: (0)
- 2020–: Netherlands: 11: (0)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:28, 12 November 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 04:00, 3 May 2022 (UTC)
Wijndal is a talented left-back who has played for Ajax since 2018. Wijndal started his career with ZVV Zaandijk before joining HFC Haarlem in 2010. He made his senior debut for AZ in the Eredivisie in 2018 and was an important part of their title-winning side that year.
Wijndal represented Suriname at youth level but chose to play for the Netherlands instead, making his international debut in 2017.
The 23-year-old is considered one of the brightest prospects at Ajax and looks likely to stay with the club for many years to come. Owen Wijndal is a Dutch footballer who currently plays for Ajax in the Dutch Eredivisie.
He made his professional debut with Jong AZ in 2016 and has since gone on to make 59 appearances for them, scoring 2 goals. In 2017, he joined Ajax and has since played 105 times, scoring 3 goals.
He represented the Netherlands at Under-15 level before making his senior international debut in 2014, playing 5 matches before being recalled to the side in 2015.
At youth levels he won 5 caps for the Netherlands U15s and 3 caps for the Netherlands U16s before becoming a regular player at U17 and then 18 levels before finally representing his country at 19 years old.
30. Frank Rijkaard
Career
- –1973: SC Buitenveldert
- 1973–1976: Blauw-Wit Amsterdam
- 1976–1979: DWS
- 1979–1980: Ajax
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 1980–1987: Ajax: 205: (47)
- 1987–1988: Sporting CP: 0: (0)
- 1987–1988: → Real Zaragoza (loan): 11: (0)
- 1988–1993: AC Milan: 142: (16)
- 1993–1995: Ajax: 56: (12)
- Total: : 414: (75)
- 1981–1994: Netherlands: 73: (10)
- 1998: Netherlands (assistant)
- 1998–2000: Netherlands
- 2001–2002: Sparta Rotterdam
- 2003–2008: Barcelona
- 2009–2010: Galatasaray
- 2011–2013: Saudi Arabia
Frank Rijkaard is a Dutch football player and manager. He played for Ajax, AC Milan, Real Zaragoza, Barcelona and Internazionale. As a midfielder or defender, he was known for his vision on the pitch as well as his passing ability.
In 2006, he retired from professional football after managing Barcelona to two La Liga titles in three years. After retiring from playing professionally, Rijkaard took up management positions with both Valencia and PSV Eindhoven before coaching Saudi Arabia's national team in 2018.
He is one of the most successful managers in Dutch football history, with a total of 414 wins from 75 games.
He also has an international career as assistant manager to Guus Hiddink and led Sparta Rotterdam to their first ever Dutch title in 2003. In 2008 he was appointed manager of Barcelona, where he won two La Liga titles before retiring at the end of the 2011-12 season.
In 2013 he returned to management as Saudi Arabia's head coach, but his tenure was short lived and ended after just three months due to health concerns.
31. Sjaak Swart
Career
- : OVVO
- : Amsterdam
- : Ajax
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 1956–1973: Ajax: 461: (170)
- 1960–1972: Netherlands: 31: (10)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals
Sjaak Swart was a winger who played for Ajax, Feyenoord and Rangers. He won the Dutch championship with Ajax in 1961 and the European Cup with Feyenoord in 1970.
He also won two Scottish titles with Rangers in 1974 and 1975. Swart made his international debut for Holland against Spain in February 1958 at age 20, and went on to make 57 appearances for his country over the next six years including three World Cups (1962, 1966, 1974).
After retiring as a player, he became assistant manager of Eredivisie club NEC Nijmegen before becoming head coach of amateur side FC Dordrechtia from 2005 until 2007 when he took up an executive role with Sparta Rotterdam.
In December 2013 it was announced that Swart would become chairman of TOP Oss football academy which had been set up by former PSV Eindhoven captain Patrick Kluivert following allegations of child abuse at the prestigious youth academy earlier that year.
On 5 May 2018 it was announced that Sjaak Swart had retired as Chairman after 18 years at TOP Oss Football Academy due to health reasons aged 84.
32. Lorenzo Lucca
Forward
Career
- 2005–2008: CBS Scuola Calcio
- 2008–2015: Torino
- 2015–2017: Chieri
- 2017–2018: Vicenza
- 2018–2020: Torino
- 2018–2019: Brescia
- 2016–2017: Atletico Torino (loan)
- 2017–2018: Vicenza
- 2018–2020: Torino
- 2020–2021: Palermo
- 2021: Pisa
- 2022: Ajax (loan)
- 2022: Jong Ajax (loan)
- 2021: Italy U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 23:32, 12 November 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 19 November 2022
Lorenzo Lucca is a young striker who currently plays for Ajax on loan from Pisa. He made his professional debut with Torino in 2015 and has since played for Chieri, CBS Scuola Calcio, and Ajax.
Lorenzo Lucca is known for his speed, strength, and technique on the field. His goals have helped him win several titles during his career so far. Lorenzo Lucca was born in Moncalieri, Italy in 2000 to an Italian father and Peruvian mother.
This makes him one of the most diverse players in Serie A history. As a youngster, Lorenzo Lucca played football for CBS Scuola Calcio before moving onto Torino aged 18 years old.
Where he spent three seasons before joining Ajax this year on loan Lorenzo Lucca is a versatile defender who can play at either back or in midfield.
He started his career with Atletico Torino, before moving to Vicenza in 2017. Lorenzo has made several appearances for the Italy U21 side, and is keen to make more of an impact on the international stage.
As a highly-rated player, Lorenzo is likely to attract plenty of attention from top clubs this winter transfer window.
Also Played For: football manager 2022
33. Florian Grillitsch
Career
- 2001–2008: SVSF Pottschach
- 2008–2013: St. Pölten
- 2013–2014: Werder Bremen
- 2013–2015: Werder Bremen II
- 2015–2017: Werder Bremen
- 2017–2022: 1899 Hoffenheim
- 2022: Ajax
- 2013–2014: Austria U19
- 2015: Austria U20
- 2014–2017: Austria U21
- 2017: Austria
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 12 November 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 23:34, 20 November 2022 (UTC)
Florian Grillitsch is a 27-year-old Austrian footballer who currently plays for Ajax. He started his career with SVSF Pottschach in 2001 and then played for St.
Pölten until 2013. At club level, Grillitsch has been an important part of the Ajax team that have won three Eredivisie titles since 2016, as well as the Dutch Cup in 2018.
Florian is renowned for his strong defensive play which has seen him named captain of both Austria and Ajax at various points in his career.
Outside of football, he studied business management at INSEAD before joining Ajax's academy in 2017 Florian Grillitsch is a midfielder who plays for Werder Bremen and Austria.
He has played in the Bundesliga, Champions League, Europa League, and World Cup qualifiers. Florian Grillitsch was born on July 7th, 1995 in Graz, Austria.
At 16 years old, he joined FC Tirol Innsbruck’s youth academy after playing for local amateur sides SC Piesting-Dorf an der Donau and SV Ried im Innkreis.
After impressing at youth level with FC Tirol Innsbruck and making his debut with their senior team during the 2012–2013 season while still only 18 years old, Grillitsch moved to Werder Bremen in order to further develop his career.
With Werder Bremen he won two Bundesliga titles (2015–2016 & 2017–2018) as well as the DFB Pokal (2017). Additionally he reached the final of the Europa League twice (2014 & 2018), losing both times to Atlético Madrid respectively.
Also reaching semi-finals of UEFA Champions League once (2015). On November 20th 2022 Florian Grillitsch will be joining Ajax from Werder Bremen ahead of their third consecutive Eredivisie campaign which begins on February 9th 2023.
34. Lucas Ocampos
Career
- 2000–2009: Quilmes
- 2009–2011: River Plate
- 2011–2012: River Plate
- 2012–2015: Monaco
- 2015: Marseille (loan)
- 2015–2019: Marseille
- 2016–2017: Genoa (loan)
- 2017: Milan (loan)
- 2019: Sevilla
- 2022: Ajax (loan)
- 2009: Argentina U15
- 2011: Argentina U17
- 2019: Argentina
Lucas Ocampos is a winger who currently plays for Ajax on loan from Sevilla. He started his career at Quilmes before moving to River Plate in 2009. In 2016, he made his first appearance for the Argentina national team and has since gone on to make over 50 appearances.
Lucas Ocampos is known for his speed, skill and creativity off the ball which makes him an important player for both club and country.
Lucas Ocampos is a versatile forward who has played for River Plate, Monaco and Marseille in his senior career. He was born on 8 October 1992 in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Ocampos made his professional debut with River Plate in 2011 and went on to make 39 appearances for the club over two seasons. In 2012, he joined Monaco where he spent five years before moving to Marseille in 2015.
At Marseille, Lucas scored 14 goals across 82 appearances and helped them win Ligue 1 twice during that time period - in 2016 and 2017 respectively.
On 10 July 2019, it was announced that Lucas had signed for Spanish side Sevilla on a long-term contract following a successful loan spell at Ajax earlier this year which saw him score four goals in ten appearances for the Dutch side.
35. Jorge Sánchez
Defender
Career
- 2012–2016: Santos Laguna
- 2016–2018: Santos Laguna
- 2018–2022: América
- 2022–: Ajax
- 2015: Mexico U18
- 2018: Mexico U21
- 2021: Mexico U23
- 2019–: Mexico
Sánchez is a Mexican footballer who currently plays for Ajax. Sánchez made his senior debut with Santos Laguna in 2016, and has since been a regular member of their team.
In 2020, Sánchez will be 25 years old and ready to take on the next stage of his career. Sánchez is known for his attacking play from right-back, which has led him to be successful at both junior and senior levels.
With Ajax likely to compete in Europe again soon, Sánchez could have an opportunity to show what he can do on the big stage sooner rather than later.
Jorge Sánchez is a Mexican professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Santos Laguna and the Mexico national team.
Jorge Sanchez made his debut with Santos Laguna in 2016 and has gone on to make 32 appearances for them in all competitions, scoring one goal. Sanchez has represented Mexico at various youth levels, including at the Olympics where he played for their 2020 Tokyo squad.
He signed for Dutch side Ajax in 2022 but has not featured yet for them due to injury problems.
36. Lisandro Martínez
Defender
Career
- 2002–2006: Club Urquiza
- 2006–2014: Club Libertad
- 2014–2017: Newell's Old Boys
- 2017–2018: Newell's Old Boys
- 2017–2018: → Defensa y Justicia (loan)
- 2018–2019: Defensa y Justicia
- 2019–2022: Ajax
- 2022–: Manchester United
- 2017: Argentina U20
- 2019: Argentina U23
- 2019–: Argentina
Lisandro Martínez is a 24-year-old Argentine centre-back who currently plays for Manchester United. Lisandro started his career at Club Urquiza before moving to Club Libertad in 2014.
He made his senior debut the following year with Newell's Old Boys. In 2017, Lisandro joined Defensa y Justicia on a loan deal and helped them win the 2018 Copa Argentina title.
With over 100 appearances for Newell's Old Boys, Martínez has experience playing in both the Primera División and Copa Argentina competitions.
The defender is likely to be part of Manchester United's squad for their 2022 International Champions Cup campaign as they look to defend their trophy title from last season.
Lisandro Martinez (born 18 January 1998) is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a central defender for English club Manchester United and the Argentina national team.
Also Played For: manchester united f.c, argentina national football team
37. Youri Baas
Career
- OVV Oostvoorne
- 2012–2018: Excelsior
- 2018–2020: Ajax
- 2020: Jong Ajax
- 2017–2018: Netherlands U15
- 2018–2019: Netherlands U16
- 2019: Netherlands U17
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 8 January 2022
Youri Baas is a Dutch leftback who currently plays for AFC Ajax. He started his career with hometown club Oostvoorne, before joining FC Utrecht in 2013.
Baas made his senior debut for Utrecht in 2016 and has since gone on to make over 50 appearances for the side, winning two Eredivisie titles and one KNVB Cup along the way.
In January 2019, it was announced that Baas had signed a contract extension with Ajax until 2021.
Baas is known for his attacking play from left back and helped lead Ajax to their first ever UEFA Champions League appearance last season as part of an exciting young squad led by new head coach Erik ten Hag Youri Baas is a versatile midfielder who has played for both Excelsior and Ajax.
He started his senior career at Excelsior, before joining Ajax in 2018. He made his international debut in 2017, playing for the Netherlands U15 team.
He is considered to be one of the most promising young midfielders in Europe, and he will likely continue to play for Ajax over the next few years.
38. Toby Alderweireld
Defender
Career
- 1994–1999: Germinal Ekeren
- 1999–2004: Germinal Beerschot
- 2004–2008: Ajax
- 2008–2013: Ajax
- 2013–2015: Atlético Madrid
- 2014–2015: → Southampton (loan)
- 2015–2021: Tottenham Hotspur
- 2021–2022: Al-Duhail
- 2022–: Royal Antwerp
- 2004: Belgium U15
- 2004: Belgium U16
- 2005–2006: Belgium U17
- 2006: Belgium U18
- 2006–2007: Belgium U19
- 2009–2010: Belgium U21
- 2009–: Belgium
Toby Alderweireld is a Belgian professional footballer who plays for English club Tottenham Hotspur. He started his career with Germinal Ekeren in 1994, before signing for Ajax two years later.
He moved to Atlético Madrid in 2013 and made 12 appearances for the team during his time there. In 2015, he joined Tottenham Hotspur and has since become an important part of their defence, making over 100 appearances for the club so far.
At international level, Alderweireld has represented Belgium at every level from under-17s to the senior squad and was part of their 2014 World Cup campaign where they reached the semi-finals stage; he also played at UEFA Euro 2016.
Toby Alderweireld is one of only three players (alongside Thierry Henry and Fernando Torres) to have won both La Liga and Champions League titles as a player.
Also Played For: belgium national football team
39. Jay Gorter
Career
- 2010: FC Purmerend
- 2010–2014: Ajax
- 2014–2015: AFC
- 2015–2018: AZ
- 2018–2019: Go Ahead Eagles
- 20192021: Go Ahead Eagles
- 2021: Ajax
- 2021: Jong Ajax
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17 May 2022
Jay Gorter is a young Dutch goalkeeper who currently plays for Ajax. Jay Gorter started his career with FC Utrecht and impressed during the 2016-17 season, making 15 appearances and keeping eight clean sheets.
He was subsequently signed by Ajax in January 2018, and has since made three league appearances for the club as they sit second in the Netherlands Eredivisie table behind Feyenoord Rotterdam.
Jay Gorter has represented his country at youth level, playing at both U18 and U19 levels before earning a call up to their senior squad for a friendly against Norway in November 2017.
Amongst other accolades, he was named Goal of The Year for Netherlands Football Association (NFA) Awards 2018 after saving two penalties during an EA Sports Cup fixture against PSV Eindhoven earlier that year.
Also Played For: aberdeen
40. Wesley Sneijder
Midfielder
Career
- 1990–1991: DOS
- 1991–2002: Ajax
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2002–2007: Ajax: 126: (43)
- 2007–2009: Real Madrid: 52: (11)
- 2009–2012: Inter Milan: 76: (13)
- 2013–2017: Galatasaray: 124: (35)
- 2017–2018: Nice: 5: (0)
- 2018–2019: Al-Gharafa: 22: (15)
- Total: : 405: (117)
- 2000–2001: Netherlands U17: 6: (2)
- 2001–2002: Netherlands U19: 8: (3)
- 2003: Netherlands U21: 1: (0)
- 2003–2018: Netherlands: 134: (31)
Wesley Sneijder is a Dutch footballer who plays for Turkish club Galatasaray, and previously played for Spanish clubs Real Madrid and Inter Milan. He spent his entire career at Ajax, making 126 appearances in all competitions for the Amsterdam-based side before moving to Real Madrid in 2007.
After two seasons with Los Blancos, he moved on to Italian side Inter Milan where he won the Serie A title twice during his time there, as well as being named in the 2011–12 UEFA Champions League Team of the Year.
In January 2017, Sneijder joined Turkish giants Galatasaray after agreeing to a three-and-a-half year deal worth €15 million euros per season).
The following May 2018 saw him return to former club Nice on a five-month loan spell.[4] However this stint was cut short due to injury.[5]
Wesley Sneijder made his international debut aged 17 years and 111 days,[6] coming on as a late substitute for Wim Kieft in Netherlands' 2–1 victory over Scotland at Hampden Park on 11 November 2002.
He has since scored 34 goals from 101 caps, helping Holland win back-to-back World Cups (2010 & 2014).
41. Ruud Krol
Career
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 1968–1980: Ajax: 339: (23)
- 1980: Vancouver Whitecaps: 14: (0)
- 1980–1984: Napoli: 107: (1)
- 1984–1986: Cannes: 63: (0)
- Total: : 523: (24)
- 1969–1983: Netherlands[1][2]: 83: (4)
- 1989–1990: Mechelen
- 1990: Servette
- 1991–1993: Netherlands U-21 (Assistant)
- 1994–1995: Egypt U-23
- 1995–1996: Egypt[3]
- 1997–1999: Zamalek
- 1999: Al-Wahda Abu Dhabi
- 1999–2001: Netherlands (Assistant)
- 2002–2005: Ajax (Assistant)
- 2006–2007: Ajaccio
- 2007–2008: Zamalek
- 2008–2011: Orlando Pirates
- 2012–2013: CS Sfaxien
- 2013: Tunisia
- 2014: Espérance de Tunis
- 2014: Al-Ahli Tripoli
- 2015: Raja Club Athletic
- 2016: Club Africain
- 2018–2019: CS Sfaxien
- 2020: Kuwait SC[4]
Ruud Krol is a Dutch left-back who played for Ajax, Vancouver Whitecaps and Napoli in the 1970s and 1980s. He won 83 caps for the Netherlands between 1969 and 1983, scoring four goals.
After retiring as a player, Krol became manager of Mechelen in 1989 before leaving after two seasons to take over at Feyenoord.
In 2002 he was appointed assistant coach of the Netherlands national team under Bert van Marwijk but resigned after only six months due to personal reasons; his son had died earlier that year.
Since 2006 he has been working as an analyst for television channel RTL4's coverage of Dutch football matches.
He was inducted into the Amsterdam Sport Hall of Fame in 2007. On 8 December 2009 Ruud Krol received an honorary doctorate from University College Dublin (UCD). His memoirs, titled 'Eindeloos' ('Endlessly'), were published on 13 September 2010.
42. Rinus Michels
Career
- 1940–1946: Ajax
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 1946–1958: Ajax: 264: (122)
- 1950–1954: Netherlands: 5: (0)
- 1953–1954: Asser Boys
- 1960–1964: JOS
- 1964–1965: A.F.C.
- 1965–1971: Ajax
- 1971–1974: Barcelona
- 1974: Netherlands
- 1975–1976: Ajax
- 1976–1978: Barcelona
- 1979–1980: Los Angeles Aztecs
- 1980–1983: 1. FC Köln
- 1984–1985: Netherlands
- 1986–1988: Netherlands
- 1988–1989: Bayer Leverkusen
- 1990–1992: Netherlands
Rinus Michels was a Dutch international footballer who played as a striker for Ajax and the Netherlands. He is considered one of the greatest strikers in history, winning five European Cups with Ajax between 1946 and 1958, as well as two World Cups with his country.
After retiring from playing professionally he managed several teams before becoming coach of Barcelona in 1974, where he won four successive league titles. He died aged 77 after a long battle with cancer Rinus Michels was a highly successful manager in the football world.
He led Ajax, Barcelona, and Netherlands to several honours including three FIFA World Cups. Michels is also well known for his disciplinarian style of management which helped develop some of the best players in history such as Johan Cruyff and Marco van Basten.
In later years he had difficulty managing clubs due to personality clashes with some of the senior figures at his various clubs but still remained one of Europe's most respected managers overall.
Michels died suddenly at the age of 68 after suffering from a heart attack while on holiday in Spain.
43. Ahmetcan Kaplan
Career
- 2013–2020: Trabzonspor
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2020–2022: Trabzonspor: 13: (0)
- 2022–: Ajax: 0: (0)
- 2018–2019: Turkey U16: 8: (0)
- 2019–2020: Turkey U17: 14: (1)
- 2021–2022: Turkey U19: 5: (1)
- 2022–: Turkey U21: 2: (0)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 13:31, 19 August 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 15:24, 9 August 2022 (UTC)
Ahmetcan Kaplan is a 19 year old centre back who currently plays for Ajax. He started his career with Trabzonspor before moving to Ajax in the summer of 2020.
Ahmetcan has represented Turkey at youth level and was part of the side that reached the final of the U-19 European Championships in 2017. In total, he has made 38 appearances for Ajax, scoring one goal.
Ahmetcan Kaplan is a versatile midfielder who has played for several clubs in Turkey. He was part of the Turkey U21 team that competed in the 2022 European Championship qualifiers, but did not feature in any games.
Ahmetcan Kaplan can play as an attacking midfielder or on the left wing, and is known for his technical skill and passing ability. The 24-year-old signed with Ajax last month, joining from Trabzonspor on a three-year contract.
44. Kik Pierie
Defender
Career
- : Heerenveen
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 2017–2019: Heerenveen: 62: (2)
- 2019–: Ajax: 0: (0)
- 2019–: Jong Ajax: 37: (2)
- 2020–2022: → Twente (loan): 27: (0)
- 2015: Netherlands U15: 3: (0)
- 2015–2016: Netherlands U16: 9: (0)
- 2016–2017: Netherlands U17: 14: (0)
- 2017–2018: Netherlands U19: 10: (0)
- 2019: Netherlands U20: 3: (0)
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 30 November 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 14 October 2019
Kik Pierie joined Ajax from Heerenveen in the summer of 2017. The defender has played for both the U-15 and U-17 teams at USA national team level, before making his senior debut against Peru in November 2016.
Kik Pierie is a powerful and consistent defender who will be an important part of Ajax's defence this season. Kik Pierie is a Dutch footballer who plays as a centre back for Heerenveen.
Kik Pierie has represented the Netherlands at youth international level and was part of their squad that competed in the 2015 U-17 World Cup.
In January 2019, Pierie signed with Ajax on loan until the end of the season, but he failed to make an appearance for them due to injury.
On 14 October 2019, it was announced that Kik Pierie had been called up to represent the Netherlands at senior level for their upcoming matches against Sweden and Austria.
Prior to his call-up, Kik Pierie helped Heerenveen win their 62nd league game of the season by scoring two goals in a 4–0 victory over Jong Ajax on 30 November 2022.
45. Perr Schuurs
Defender
Career
- 2010–2011: FC RIA
- 2011–2016: Fortuna Sittard
- 2016–2018: Fortuna Sittard
- 2018–2020: Jong Ajax
- 2018–2022: Ajax
- 2018: Fortuna Sittard (loan)
- 2022: Torino
- 2017–2018: Netherlands U19
- 2018–2021: Netherlands U21
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 20:59, 18 October 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 31 May 2021
Perr Schuurs is a 23-year old centre back who currently plays for Torino in Italy. He began his youth career with FC RIA before moving to Fortuna Sittard in 2016.
Perr has represented the Netherlands at U19, U20 and U21 level but has yet to make an appearance for the full national team. With his powerful frame and good positioning, he is seen as a promising defender on the rise and could be set for big things in the future.
It's likely that Perr will join up with Holland's senior squad sometime in the near future so keep your eyes peeled.
Perr Schuurs is a Dutch professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Belgian club Fortuna Sittard. He has amassed over 200 appearances in the Eredivisie, and also spent time with Ajax, Torino and Jong Ajax.
Schuurs made his international debut for the Netherlands in 2017, playing at Euro 2020 qualifying. The attacking midfielder was loaned to Belgian side Fortuna Sittard this season where he has been an important part of their team.
Also Played For: torino f.c
46. Youri Regeer
Career
- 2012: SV Zandvoort
- 2012–2015: Rijnsburgse Boys
- 2015–2017: ADO Den Haag
- 2017–2020: Ajax
- 2020: Jong Ajax
- 2022: Ajax
- 2017–2018: Netherlands U15
- 2018–2019: Netherlands U16
- 2019: Netherlands U17
- 2019: Netherlands U18
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 15:16, 2 December 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 11
Youri Regeer is a Dutch footballer who currently plays for Ajax. He started his career with SV Zandvoort before moving to Rijnsburgse Boys in 2015. At the age of 19, he made his senior debut for Ajax in April 2017 and has since played 43 times for the club, scoring one goal.
Regeer is predominantly a right-back but can also play as a midfielder if needed. In May 2018, he was named Ajax's Player of the Year after helping them win their sixth Eredivisie title in seven years Youri Regeer is a Dutch professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Ajax.
He made his senior debut with Jong Ajax in the Eredivisie in 2015 and has since played 78 matches for the club, scoring five goals.
In addition to playing for Ajax, Youri Regeer has also represented Netherlands at various youth levels, including appearances at the U15, U16 and U18 level before making his international debut in 2018.
A versatile player whose strengths lie in passing and possession play, Youri Regeer is seen as one of Holland's key midfielders going into Euro 2020 qualifying next year.
47. Johan Neeskens
Career
- Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
- 1968–1970: RCH: 68: (1)
- 1970–1974: Ajax: 124: (33)
- 1974–1979: Barcelona: 140: (35)
- 1979–1984: New York Cosmos: 94: (17)
- 1984–1985: Groningen: 7: (0)
- 1985: South Florida Sun: 1: (1)
- 1985–1986: Kansas City Comets (indoor): 23: (1)
- 1986–1987: Löwenbrau (amateurs): :
- 1987–1990: Baar: 23: (5)
- 1990–1991: FC Zug: 1: (0)
- 1970–1981: Netherlands: 49: (17)
- 1991–1993: FC Zug
- 1993–1995: Stäfa
- 1995–1996: Singen
- 1995–2000: Netherlands (assistant manager)
- 2000–2004: NEC
- 2005–2006: Australia (assistant manager)
- 2006–2008: Barcelona (assistant manager)
- 2008–2009: Netherlands B
- 2009–2010: Galatasaray (assistant manager)
- 2011–2012: Mamelodi Sundowns
Johan Neeskens was a midfield player who spent most of his career with Ajax. He won three Dutch championships with the club, and also played for Barcelona and New York Cosmos in Europe.
After retiring from football, Johan started working as a coach at various clubs across the Netherlands. In 2006 he became manager of Jong Ajax Amsterdam, an amateur team that competes in the Dutch second division (Eredivisie).
In 2013 he took over as head coach of Feyenoord Rotterdam following the departure of Bert van Marwijk, but was sacked after just eight games in charge due to poor results.
Since then Johan has been working as a television analyst for matches involving his former clubs Ajax and Barcelona. On 17 July 2017 it was announced that Johan would be inducted into the Dutch Football Hall of Fame.[4] Senior competitive appearances only.
48. Kian Fitz-Jim
Career
- 2011–2013: Buitenveldert
- 2013–2015: AFC
- 2015–2019: AZ Alkmaar
- 2019–2020: Ajax
- 2020: Jong Ajax
- 2023: Ajax
- 2017–2018: Netherlands U15
- 2018–2019: Netherlands U16
- 2019: Netherlands U17
- 2021: Netherlands U19
- *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 05:55, 9 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 05
Kian Fitz-Jim is a Dutch midfielder who currently plays for Ajax. Kian started his youth career with Buitenveldert before moving to AFC in 2013.
Kian made his first team debut for Ajax in November 2016 and has since featured regularly for the club, including in their 2017–18 UEFA Champions League campaign which saw them reach the quarterfinals where they were narrowly defeated by Liverpool.
With 16 senior caps to his name, Kian is one of the most experienced players at Ajax and he will be key player as they aim to win back-to-back Eredivisie titles after finishing as runners up last season.
Outside of football, Kian enjoys spending time with friends and family and playing tennis Kian Fitz-Jim is a Dutch footballer who plays for Ajax as a midfielder. Kian Fitz-Jim has represented the Netherlands at both U15 and U16 level, before making his senior debut in 2020.
In total, Kian Fitz-Jim has made 74 appearances for Ajax since joining the club in 2020, scoring two goals along the way. With six caps to his name so far, Kian Fitz-Jim is set to continue representing his country over the coming years.
49. Edgar Davids
Midfielder
Career
- 1985–1991: Ajax
- 1991–1996: Ajax
- 1996–1998: Milan
- 1998–2004: Juventus
- 2004: Barcelona (loan)
- 2004–2005: Internazionale
- 2005–2007: Tottenham Hotspur
- 2007–2009: Ajax
- 2010: Crystal Palace
- 2012–2014: Barnet
- 1992–1994: Netherlands U-21
- 1994–2005: Netherlands
- 2012–2014: Barnet
- 2020–2021: Telstar (assistant)
- 2021: Olhanense
- 2022: Netherlands (assistant)
Davids is a former Dutch international and assistant manager who played for Ajax and Milan before joining Juventus. Davids was born in Suriname, but grew up in the Netherlands.
After leaving Juve, Davids moved to Barcelona where he spent two seasons on loan before returning to Italy with Internazionale.
He retired from football in 2006 at the age of 29 after playing 159 league games for Juventus, Ajax and Milan combined as well as representing his country at various levels including three World Cups (1998, 2002 and 2010).
Since retiring from playing football, Davids has worked as an assistant manager with both Ajax and the Netherlands national team although he left his role at Barca earlier this year due to injury.
Edgar Steven Davids was elected into the Amsterdam Sports Hall of Fame in December 2017. In September 2018 it was announced that Edgar Steven Davids would become Assistant Manager of FC Groningen starting from October 1st.
50. Benni McCarthy
Forward
Career
- 1995–1997: Seven Stars
- 1996–1997: → Cape Town Spurs (loan)
- 1997–1999: Ajax
- 1999–2002: Celta Vigo
- 2002–2006: Porto
- 2006–2010: Blackburn Rovers
- 2010–2011: West Ham United
- 2011–2013: Orlando Pirates
- –: South Africa U23
- 1997–2012: South Africa
- 2015–2016: Sint-Truiden (assistant)
- 2017–2019: Cape Town City
- 2020–2022: AmaZulu
- 2022–: Manchester United (first team coach)
Benni McCarthy is a former South African international footballer who played as a forward. He began his career at Ajax, before playing for Celta Vigo and Manchester United.
McCarthy was part of the South Africa national team that won the 1996 African Cup of Nations, and also reached the final of the 1995 Confederations Cup. After retiring from professional football in 2002, he took up coaching duties with Manchester United first-team squad.
In May 2018 he was appointed first-team coach at Manchester United. McCarthy has two daughters with wife Toni: Isabella (born 2004) and Nora (born 2006).
Benni McCarthy is a former footballer who played for clubs including Porto, Blackburn Rovers and West Ham United.
He made his international debut for South Africa in 1997 and went on to play 79 times for the country over a 12-year period. McCarthy retired from playing in 2012, but has since gone on to manage several clubs in his home country of South Africa.
51. Rafael van der Vaart
Midfielder
Career
- 1987–1993: De Kennemers
- 1993–2000: Ajax
- 2000–2005: Ajax
- 2005–2008: Hamburger SV
- 2008–2010: Real Madrid
- 2010–2012: Tottenham Hotspur
- 2012–2015: Hamburger SV
- 2015–2016: Betis
- 2016–2018: Midtjylland
- 2018: Esbjerg fB
- 1998–1999: Netherlands U17
- 1999–2000: Netherlands U19
- 2000–2001: Netherlands U21
- 2001–2013: Netherlands
- 2021: Esbjerg fB (assistant)
- 2022: Esbjerg fB (interim)
Rafael van der Vaart is a Dutch midfielder who previously played for Ajax, Hamburger SV and Tottenham Hotspur. Van der Vaart joined Esbjerg fB in January 2019 as an assistant coach following his retirement from playing.
Van der Vaart has represented the Netherlands at international level on several occasions, most notably during the 2006 World Cup and Euro 2008 tournaments. In 2012, he rejoined Spurs after spending two years with Real Madrid.
He left White Hart Lane in 2014 to join Hamburg but returned to England the following year when he re-signed with Tottenham Hotspur.
Van der Vaart was part of the Netherlands team that won UEFA Euro 2004 and reached the final of UEFA European Championship 2010 where they were narrowly beaten by Spain.
At club level, van der Vaart has won three Eredivisie titles (with Ajax), one Spanish Liga title (with Atlético Madrid) and one German Bundesliga title (with Bayern Munich).
Van Der Vaaft has also appeared for Holland at various other major international tournaments including Copa America 2007, Confederations Cup 2009 and World Cup 2010 as well as EURO 2008 where they finished runners-up behind Spain.
He announced his retirement from professional football in January 2019 after making 115 appearances over 11 seasons which spans five different countries: The Netherlands; Germany; Spain; England & Scotland respectively.
Final Words
. . . AFC Ajax is a legendary Dutch football club based in Amsterdam. Founded over 100 years ago, the team has won numerous accolades including 24 national titles and 5 Eredivisie Championships.
The best players to have ever played for AFC Ajax include Johan Cruyff, Marco van Basten, Patrick Kluivert and Arjen Robben.
