Steven Berghuis

Professional Footballer; Ajax Player

Steven Berghuis - Professional Footballer; Ajax Player
Born

December 19th, 1991
33 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Netherlands

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A professional footballer, achieved recognition in the Eredivisie and international competitions. Started his career with FC Twente. Joined PSV Eindhoven, where he contributed to the team's successes. Later moved to ADO Den Haag and then to the Netherlands national team. Signed with Ajax, playing a key role in securing multiple league titles and participating in UEFA Champions League tournaments.

Played for Ajax and won multiple Eredivisie titles

Represented the Netherlands in international competitions

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