Quincy Promes

Dutch footballer, Ajax forward

Quincy Promes - Dutch footballer, Ajax forward
Born

January 4th, 1992
33 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Netherlands

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A professional footballer, played as a forward. Began career at FC Twente and transferred to FC Groningen before signing with the Russian club Spartak Moscow. Achieved considerable success in Russia, including winning the Russian Premier League. Returned to the Netherlands and joined Ajax, contributing to their domestic success and participating in UEFA competitions. Also represented the Dutch national team at various levels, including participation in the UEFA Euro 2020.

Winning the Russian Premier League with Spartak Moscow

Winning the KNVB Cup with Ajax

Representing the Netherlands in UEFA Euro 2020

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