Stefan de Vrij
Dutch footballer and defender
Born
February 5th, 1992
33 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Netherlands
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Played as a central defender in professional football, contributing to multiple clubs in the Netherlands and Italy. Started career at Feyenoord, where showcased talent in youth teams and later made appearances for the senior squad. Joined Lazio in 2014, establishing a reputation for defensive skills and tactical awareness. Transferred to Inter Milan in 2020, helping the team secure the Serie A title in the 2020-21 season. Represented the national team in international competitions, including the UEFA European Championship and FIFA World Cup.
Winning Serie A with Inter Milan in 2021
Playing for Lazio and Feyenoord
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