Xander Houtkoop

Xander Houtkoop
Personal information
Full name Xander Houtkoop
Date of birth (1989-03-26) 26 March 1989
Place of birth Amsterdam, Netherlands
Height 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in)
Playing position Winger
Club information
Current team
 HamKam
Number 18
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)
2015–2018 SC Cambuur 72 (7)
2018– HamKam 1 (0)
* Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only and correct as of 4 September 2018

Xander Houtkoop (born 26 March 1989) is a Dutch professional footballer of half Indonesian descent, who currently plays as a winger for HamKam in the Norwegian OBOS-ligaen. 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.

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