Xander Houtkoop

Xander Houtkoop

File:Xander Houtkoop (2015).jpg
Personal information
Full name	Xander Houtkoop
Date of birth	(1989-03-26) 26 March 1989
Place of birth	Amsterdam, Netherlands
Height
Position(s)	Winger
Team information
Current team	SC Cambuur
Number	12
Youth career
	SC Heerenveen
Senior career*
Years	Team	Apps	(Gls)
2009–2010	SC Heerenveen	0	(0)
2009–2010	→ FC Emmen (loan)	36	(3)
2010–2011	Heracles Almelo	6	(0)
2011–2014	Go Ahead Eagles	93	(21)
2014–2015	ADO Den Haag	23	(3)
2015–	SC Cambuur	20	(0)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 14 May 2016

Xander Houtkoop (born 26 March 1989) is a Dutch professional footballer of half Indonesian descent, who currently plays as a winger for SC Cambuur in the Dutch Eerste Divisie. He formerly played for FC Emmen, Heracles Almelo, Go Ahead Eagles and ADO Den Haag. Houtkoop is known for his speed, creativity, close-control and flair.

Playing career

SC Heerenveen

Houtkoop began his career at Heerenveen but did not break into the team, failing to register an appearance.

FC Emmen

In the summer of 2009, Houtkoop signed for FC Emmen on a season-long loan. After an impressive campaign, Houtkoop attracted the interest of Eredivisie club Heracles Almelo.

Heracles Almelo

After intense speculation surrounded his future, Houtkoop signed a two-year contract at Heracles Almelo in April 2010 after his contract at Heerenveen had expired. He appeared six times for the club.

Go Ahead Eagles

In July 2011, Houtkoop signed for Go Ahead Eagles on a free transfer.

ADO Den Haag

In the summer of 2014, Houtkoop signed a two-year contract with ADO Den Haag.

SC Cambuur

On 5 August 2015 it was announced that Houtkoop signed a three-year deal with SC Cambuur on a free transfer. His currently running contract with ADO Den Haag will be dissolved.

External links

• Voetbal International profile (Dutch)