Patrick Stephan Kluivert, commonly known as Patrick Kluivert, is a Dutch former professional footballer, coach and sporting director.
He played primarily as a striker and achieved most success playing for AFC Ajax, FC Barcelona and the Netherlands national team.
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- Full name: Patrick Stephan Kluivert
- Stage name: Patrick Kluivert
- Date of birth: July 1, 1976
- Age: 48 years old
- Place of birth: Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Nationality: Dutch
- Occupation: Former football player
- Height: 1.91m
- Parents: Kenneth Kluivert and Lidwina Kluivert
- Siblings: Renato Kluivert and Natascia Kluivert
- Spouse: Angela van Hulten (m. 2000–2004) and Rossana Kluivert (m. 2008)
- Children: Justin Kluivert, Quincy Kluivert, Ruben Kluivert and Shane Patrick Kluivert.
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $27 million
Early life and education
Patrick Stephan Kluivert, a renowned Dutch professional footballer, was born on July 1, 1976, in the vibrant city of Amsterdam, Netherlands. Kluivert was raised by his parents, Kenneth Kluivert and Lidwina Kluivert, who instilled in him the values and traditions of his Surinamese ancestors.
Patrick grew up with his two siblings, Renato Kluivert and Natascia Kluivert. The media needs to know about his education. His ethnicity is Surinamese, but his religious beliefs are unknown.
Career
Patrick Kluivert was a key member of Ajax’s “Golden Generation” of the 1990s. He made his Ajax first-team debut in 1994 at the age of 18 and quickly rose to stardom, finishing as the Eredivisie’s top scorer in the 1994–95 season with 18 goals.
That year, Kluivert also scored the winning goal for Ajax in the 1995 UEFA Champions League final against AC Milan at the age of 18, becoming the youngest player to score in a Champions League final. Kluivert continued to shine for Ajax, winning many titles, including the Eredivisie in 1995–96.
He then had a brief spell at AC Milan in 1997-98 before joining Barcelona in 1998, where he was reunited with former Ajax coach Louis van Gaal. At Barca, Kluivert was a consistent goalscorer, finishing as the club’s top scorer on several occasions and helping them win the La Liga title in 1998-99.
After six successful seasons at Barcelona, Kluivert joined Newcastle United on a free transfer in 2004. He said the warm reception from Newcastle fans during his time at Barcelona was a major factor in his decision to join the club.
Throughout his career, Kluivert was known as a talented striker with excellent technical ability and goalscoring ability. He was a key member of the dominant Ajax team of the 1990s and had an illustrious career at the top level of European football.
Social media
- Instagram Name: @patrickkluivert9
- Facebook Name: Patrick Kluivert
- Twitter Username: @PatrickKluivert
Personal life
Patrick Kluivert, a famous Dutch footballer, has been married twice. His first marriage was to Angela van Hulten in 2000, and the couple later separated in 2004. They had three sons during their marriage: Justin Kluivert, Quincy Kluivert, and Ruben Kluivert.
Kluivert’s second marriage to Rossana Kluivert took place in 2008. The couple remains married to this day and have a son, Shane Patrick Kluivert.
Net worth
Patrick Kluivert, a famous former Dutch athlete, has amassed a net worth of $27 million throughout his illustrious career.
Kluivert has amassed this impressive fortune through his professional efforts as a highly skilled and accomplished player.
