Birger Verstraete
Oud-Heverlee Leuven/M/
BelgiumPlayer Info
Birger Verstraete is a tenacious Belgian defensive midfielder who serves as the engine room for Oud-Heverlee Leuven in the Belgian Pro League. At 31, he is renowned for his incredible work rate, tactical intelligence, and ball-winning capabilities. Slightly built but fiercely competitive, Verstraete covers every blade of grass, breaking up opposition play and recycling possession with simple, effective passes. His career has seen him become a fan favorite at multiple clubs for his never-say-die attitude and commitment to the team's cause. With a market value of €1.3 million, he is highly valued for his specific and crucial role. A leader on the pitch, Verstraete's presence allows more creative teammates the freedom to express themselves, making him an indispensable component of his team's structure.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2024/07/09
Aris Thessaloniki
Oud-Heverlee Leuven200000€
Transfer
2023/09/10
Royal AntwerpAris ThessalonikiSigned
2023/06/29
KV MechelenRoyal AntwerpLoan Ended
2022/09/05
Royal AntwerpKV MechelenLoan
2021/06/30
FC KölnRoyal Antwerp2000000€
Transfer
2021/06/29
Royal AntwerpFC KölnLoan Ended
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
Rating
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Statistics
Oud-Heverlee Leuven
BEL Pro League2025-2026
Matches
Games Played
20
Games Started
12
Minutes Per Game
1247
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
0
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
2
Accurate Passes Per Game
371
Key Passes Per Game
4
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
30
Accurate Crosses Per Game
0
Success Dribbles Per Game
3
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
25
Interceptions Per Game
24
Clearances Per Game
37
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
8
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
1
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
24
Be Fouled Per Game
14