Bert Esselink
Dundee United/D/
NetherlandsPlayer Info
Bert Esselink is a Dutch professional footballer who plays as a defender for Scottish Premiership side Dundee United, offering a commanding physical presence at the heart of the backline. Standing at 191 cm tall, the 26-year-old center-back, who can also operate at right-back, began his career in the Netherlands before making the move to Scotland. His career path has seen him develop into a reliable defensive option, with his aerial ability and strength being key assets. Since joining Dundee United, Esselink has become an important figure in their defensive unit, contributing to their campaigns in the top flight of Scottish football. While major team honors are still a target, his consistent performances have solidified his reputation as a sturdy and valuable defender. With a market value estimated at €350,000, Bert Esselink represents a solid investment for Dundee United as he continues to be a pivotal part of their efforts to establish themselves in the Premiership.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2025/06/30
Stal Mielec
Dundee UnitedSigned
2023/07/02
APOEL NicosiaStal MielecSigned
2023/06/29
Olympiakos Nicosia FCAPOEL NicosiaLoan Ended
2022/08/25
APOEL NicosiaOlympiakos Nicosia FCLoan
2018/06/30
De Graafschap U19
De Graafschap ReservesSigned
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
Rating
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Statistics
Dundee United
SCO Premiership2026-2027
Matches
Games Played
2
Games Started
2
Minutes Per Game
152
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
0
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
0
Accurate Passes Per Game
89
Key Passes Per Game
0
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
2
Accurate Crosses Per Game
0
Success Dribbles Per Game
1
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
2
Interceptions Per Game
3
Clearances Per Game
18
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
0
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
2
Be Fouled Per Game
2