Stefan de Vrij
Netherlands/D/
NetherlandsPlayer Info
Stefan de Vrij stands as one of Europe's most accomplished and composed centre-backs, a defensive stalwart for both Inter Milan and the Netherlands national team. The 34-year-old defender is the epitome of modern defensive intelligence, combining excellent positioning, calmness in possession, and authoritative aerial ability. His career blossomed at Feyenoord before a successful stint with Lazio cemented his reputation, leading to a pivotal 2018 move to Inter Milan. At Inter, he has been a cornerstone of Simone Inzaghi's defense, playing an integral role in the club's Serie A title triumph in 2021 and multiple Coppa Italia victories. Individually, he has been named in the Serie A Team of the Year and was a key part of the Dutch squad that reached the 2014 World Cup semi-finals. Known for his quiet leadership and impeccable timing, de Vrij's game is built on anticipation rather than reckless aggression. He remains a world-class defender whose reading of the game makes him indispensable for club and country.
Overview
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Transfer History
2026/06/30
Inter Milan
PanathinaikosSigned
2018/06/30
LazioInter MilanSigned
2014/07/29
FeyenoordLazio7000000€
Transfer
2009/07/16
Feyenoord U19FeyenoordSigned
2008/06/30
Jong Feyenoord YouthFeyenoord U19Signed
Matches
Competition
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Home
VS
Away
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Statistics
Netherlands
UEFA EURO2024
Matches
Games Played
6
Games Started
6
Minutes Per Game
540
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
1
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
4
Accurate Passes Per Game
380
Key Passes Per Game
0
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
12
Accurate Crosses Per Game
0
Success Dribbles Per Game
0
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
12
Interceptions Per Game
2
Clearances Per Game
20
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
0
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
5
Be Fouled Per Game
3