Name: Jasper Cillessen

Nationality: Netherlands (Dutch)

Position: Goalkeeper

Date of Birth: 22 April 1989

Place of Birth: Nijmegen, Netherlands

Height: 1.85 m (6 ft 1 in)

• Youth Career: NEC Nijmegen (youth)
• Senior Clubs (highlights):
  • NEC (2008–2011)
  • Ajax (2011–2016)
  • FC Barcelona (2016–2019)
  • Valencia CF (2019–2022)
  • NEC (loan/return in later career—please verify current status if needed)
• Valencia CF: Joined Valencia in 2019 from FC Barcelona. Served mainly as the first-choice goalkeeper early on, making numerous La Liga and Copa del Rey appearances for the club during his stint.
• International Career: Regular member of the Netherlands national team setup for many years, including appearing at major tournaments (UEFA Euro and FIFA World Cup squads). Often served as a reliable backup and featured in competitive matches.

Playing Style: Known for good reflexes, shot-stopping ability, calmness with the ball at his feet and experience playing in top European leagues and international competitions.

Notable Achievements:

• Eredivisie titles with Ajax (during his time at the club)
• Domestic cup and Super Cup appearances and honours depending on club seasons
• Longstanding presence in the Dutch national team squad across multiple tournaments

Note: Club status and statistics can change with transfers and seasons; consult up-to-date sources for the latest squad and appearance numbers.