Leroy Fer is a Dutch midfielder with an impressive physique, versatility and good attacking ability, who built a solid career in the Eredivisie, the Premier League and the Dutch national team. Discovered by Feyenoord, where he made his debut as a teenager, Fer quickly stood out for his athletic strength, good ball control and ability to play both as a defensive midfielder and as a more advanced midfielder. His physical presence in midfield, combined with good technique, made him a complete and functional player.

He transferred to FC Twente in 2011, where he experienced a period of maturity and consistency, being an important player in the club's national and continental campaigns. His performance caught the attention of English football, and Fer moved to the Premier League, where he had spells at Norwich City, Queens Park Rangers and Swansea City. In England, he reinforced his profile as a box-to-box player: strong in marking, good in the air and frequently arriving in the opposition penalty area, scoring goals even when playing in midfield.

He was part of the Dutch national team's squad for the 2014 World Cup, scoring an important goal in the group stage against Chile. Although he was not a regular starter for the national team, he was valued for his ability to perform in different roles in midfield and for his tactical reliability.

Returning to Feyenoord reaching the final years of his career, Leroy Fer reaffirmed his connection with the club that had revealed him, almost ending the cycle as a midfielder known for his versatility and for having maintained a high level of performance in demanding leagues for more than a decade. After that he moved to Turkish and then Emirati football, where he currently plays at Al-Nasr SC.

Other Links:
Leroy Fer, versátil mas provável suplente | CNN Portugal | Portuguese
In the spotlight... with Leroy Fer | Swansea City Official Site | English

Videos:
THROWBACK | FC Twente 3 - 2 Heracles (14-12-2012)
THROWBACK | Vitesse 1 - 4 FC Twente (19-02-2012)
THROWBACK | PSV 2 - 6 FC Twente (04-03-2012)
Leroy Fer - Swansea City
Welcome to Feyenoord Leroy Fer! Goals & Skills Swansea | Oranje | Feyenoord | QPR | Norwich
Leroy Fer goals vs Chile - World Cup 2014