Jonathan Blondel

Belgian footballer and midfielder

Jonathan Blondel - Belgian footballer and midfielder
Born

April 3rd, 1984
41 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Belgium

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A Belgian footballer, played primarily as a midfielder. Began professional career with Club Brugge, contributing to the team from 2001 to 2009. Transferred to numerous clubs, including an impactful stint at AZ Alkmaar in the Netherlands, where he played from 2009 to 2012. Returned to Belgium, playing for teams such as KRC Genk and SV Zulte Waregem. Represented Belgium's national team at various youth levels and was called up to the senior team for a friendly.

Played with Club Brugge from 2001 to 2009

Played with AZ Alkmaar from 2009 to 2012

Contributed to various Belgian teams post-2012

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