Player: Michael Reiziger

Nationality: Netherlands (Dutch)

Position: Right back / Defender

Date of Birth: May 3, 1973

Place of Birth: Hoorn, Netherlands

Club Career (selected clubs & years):

• Ajax (Netherlands) – youth and senior debut; early 1990s
• Genoa (Italy) – loan spell, 1993–1994
• FC Volendam (Netherlands) – loan, 1993
• FC Groningen (Netherlands) – early career development
• AC Milan (Italy) – 1997–1998
• FC Barcelona (Spain) – 1997–2004 (major part of career; part of successful Barcelona sides)
• Ajax (return) – later years, ending professional career

International Career:

• Netherlands national team – earned over 60 caps (mid-1990s to early 2000s)
• Major tournaments: UEFA Euro 1996, 1998 FIFA World Cup, UEFA Euro 2000

Playing Style & Notable Traits:

• Reliable, energetic right full-back with good defensive positioning
• Strong tactical awareness and ability to support both defense and attack
• Valued for consistency and professionalism across top European leagues

Honours (selected):

• La Liga titles with FC Barcelona
• Domestic trophies with Ajax (during his time at the club)
• Multiple cup and supercup successes during club career

After Playing: Transitioned into coaching and football-related roles in the Netherlands, including youth coaching positions and involvement with Ajax's coaching setup.