John Heitinga

Who is John Heitinga?

John Gijsbert Alan "Johnny" Heitinga is a Dutch footballer who plays as a centre back for the Dutch national team. A product of the Ajax Youth Academy, he played for their first squad from 2001 to 2008. After a one-year spell at Atlético Madrid in Spain, he signed for Everton in 2009. Joining Fulham for 6-months in January 2014, he then signed with German side Hertha BSC the following Summer, signing a 2-year deal with the club from Berlin.

Heitinga previously represented various youth squads for the Netherlands. He is now a regular player for the Dutch national team, having made his debut in February 2004. He has represented his country at two World Cups and three European Championships. In 2008, Heitinga was named Dutch Footballer of the Year.