Daley Blind

• Full name: Daley Blind
• Date of birth: March 9, 1990
• Place of birth: Amsterdam, Netherlands
• Nationality: Dutch
• Primary positions: Left-back, centre-back, defensive midfield
• Youth club: Ajax Youth Academy (De Toekomst)

Club career (highlights)

• Ajax (senior debut – 2014): Developed through Ajax’s academy and broke into the first team, known for tactical intelligence, passing range, and versatility across defense and midfield.
• Manchester United (2014–2018): Transferred to Manchester United in 2014, where he played under Louis van Gaal and later managers, contributing defensively and with set-piece delivery. Returned to Ajax in 2018.
• Ajax (2018–present): Rejoined Ajax, serving as an experienced leader and regular starter. Contributed to domestic competitions and European campaigns, often deployed in multiple defensive roles.

International career

• Netherlands national team: Regular international since his debut in 2013. Played at major tournaments including UEFA Euro 2016 and the 2014 FIFA World Cup (part of the squad that finished third). Known for leadership and versatility, often captaining the side on occasions.

Playing style and strengths

• Technically gifted with excellent passing and positional awareness.
• Versatile defender able to play left-back, centre-back, and defensive midfield.
• Strong tactical understanding, good at reading the game and initiating build-up play.
• Reliably takes set pieces and penalty kicks at times.

Notable personal

• Son of former Dutch international Danny Blind, who also had a notable career with Ajax and the Netherlands.

Honours (selected)

• Eredivisie titles with Ajax (multiple seasons)
• Domestic cups with Ajax
• KNVB Cup and Johan Cruyff Shield appearances

This summary reflects Daley Blind’s career primarily with Ajax and his role with the Netherlands national team. For up-to-date club status, appearances, and statistics, consult current season sources as transfers and records may have changed.