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Ruud Gullit Biography
Ruud Gullit is one of the most popular and richest Soccer Player who was born on September 1, 1962 in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands. A Dutch forward, midfielder, and defender who helped AC Milan win three Serie A title titles and two European Cups between 1987 and 1993. He was the Dutch Footballer-of-the-Year in 1986 and 1987, and won the 1987 Ballon d’Or. He also was a member the Dutch national football team from 1981 through 1994.
After retiring, he went to TV and was able to interview prominent figures in both sports and politics like He went into TV after retiring, getting to interview notable figures in sports as well as politics, such as Nelson Mandela..
Gullit developed his football skills in the confines of the Rozendwarsstraat, and street football was instrumental in his formative years. Gullit’s first team were the Meerboys, where he joined as a junior in 1970. At the age of ten, however, Gullit moved from the Jordaan to Amsterdam Old West where he played street football alongside Frank Rijkaard. Gullit joined the DWS club after his move, and came to the attention of the Dutch youth team, where he played alongside future full international teammates, Erwin Koeman, Ronald Koeman and Wim Kieft.
In 1978, Gullit signed professionally for HFC Haarlem under coach and former West Bromwich Albion player Barry Hughes. Gullit made 91 league appearances for Haarlem, scoring 32 goals. He made his debut for the club at just 16 years old, becoming at the time the youngest player in the history of the Eredivisie. In his first year at Haarlem, the club finished bottom of the Eredivisie, but bounced back the following season winning the Eerste Divisie. Gullit was named as the best player in the Eerste Divisie that season. In the 1981–82 season, Gullit was in fine form as Haarlem finished fourth and qualified for Europe for the only time in their history. In that same season, Gullit scored the goal he would later consider his finest: “Playing against Utrecht I went past four defenders and then the goalkeeper, and scored. It was an unforgettable goal for me.” Hughes was so impressed with the young Gullit that he described him as the “Dutch Duncan Edwards”.
His father was a teacher and his mother worked in a nearby museum.
| Name | Ruud Gullit |
| First Name | Ruud |
| Last Name | Gullit |
| Occupation | Soccer Player |
| Birthday | September 1 |
| Birth Year | 1962 |
| Place of Birth | Amsterdam |
| Home Town | North Holland |
| Birth Country | Netherlands |
| Birth Sign | Virgo |
| Full/Birth Name | |
| Parents | Ria Dil, George Gullit |
| Siblings | Not Available |
| Spouse | Estelle Cruijff , Cristina Pensa , Yvonne de Vries |
| Children(s) | Maxim Gullit, Joëlle Gullit, Quincy Gullit, Cheyenne Gullit, Charmayne Gullit, Felicity Gullit |
Ethnicity, religion & political views
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The young Gullit was considered as a signing by English sides Arsenal and Ipswich Town, but managers Terry Neill and Bobby Robson turned him down. Neill later told that he considered £30,000 too much for “this wild kid”. Gullit therefore moved to Feyenoord in 1982, where he made 85 league appearances, scoring 31 goals. At Feyenoord, Gullit found himself playing alongside Dutch legend Johan Cruyff, while the assistant manager was Wim van Hanegem, and they were to leave a lasting impression.
Ruud Gullit Net Worth
Ruud Gullit is one of the richest Soccer Player from Netherlands. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Ruud Gullit's net worth $12 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
He grew up in Amsterdam in a single room on two levels.
He was the Chelsea Player of Year 1996 and helped Chelsea win an FA Cup 1997.
Ruud Gullit (Dutch pronunciation: [ˈryt ˈxʏlɪt] ( listen ) ; born Rudi Dil; 1 September 1962) is a Dutch football manager and former footballer who played professionally in the 1980s and 1990s as a midfielder or forward. He was the captain of the Netherlands national team that was victorious at UEFA Euro 1988 and was also a member of the squad for the 1990 FIFA World Cup and Euro 1992.
| Net Worth | $12 Million |
| Salary | Under Review |
| Source of Income | Soccer Player |
| Cars | Not Available |
| House | Living in own house. |
Gullit’s first season saw Feyenoord miss out on major honours, but the following year they completed the league and cup double. Gullit was named Dutch Footballer of the Year in recognition of his contribution to Feyenoord’s success. At Feyenoord, Gullit occupied an increasingly advanced role in midfield, having played predominantly as a sweeper at Haarlem. While at Feyenoord, Gullit became the focus of a race row as manager Thijs Libregts was alleged to have referred to Gullit as “blackie” and criticised him for being lazy, though Libregts defended himself by claiming that it was merely a nickname. While playing for Feyenoord at St Mirren in September 1983, he was racially abused and spat on by supporters of the Scottish club. Gullit called it “the saddest night of my life”.
There was further frustration in 1985 when the Dutch missed out on qualification for the World Cup at the hands of neighbours Belgium in a play-off. Having lost 1–0 in Belgium, the Netherlands appeared to be set for qualification in Rotterdam as they led 2–0 until a late Georges Grün goal put Belgium through on away goals.
Height, Weight & Body Measurements
Ruud Gullit height 6 ft 3 in Ruud weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.
| Height | 6 ft 3 in |
| Weight | Not Known |
| Body Measurements | Under Review |
| Eye Color | Not Available |
| Hair Color | Not Available |
| Feet/Shoe Size | Not Available |
In 1981, on his 19th birthday, Gullit made his international debut as a substitute for the Netherlands national team against Switzerland, a game the Dutch lost 2–1. During his early international career, the team failed to qualify for both the 1982 FIFA World Cup and UEFA Euro 1984 – missing out on the latter tournament on goals scored as Spain, needing an 11-goal victory to qualify, trounced minnows Malta 12–1 in their final qualifying game.
Silvio Berlusconi signed Gullit for Milan in 1987, paying the then world record transfer fee of 18 million guilders as a replacement for Ray Wilkins. Among his teammates at that club were compatriots Marco van Basten and Frank Rijkaard, along with Paolo Maldini and Franco Baresi. Gullit’s exploits with first PSV and then Milan helped him win the Ballon d’Or award in 1987 which he dedicated to Nelson Mandela.
Who is Ruud Gullit Dating?
According to our records, Ruud Gullit married to Estelle Cruijff , Cristina Pensa , Yvonne de Vries . As of December 1, 2023, Ruud Gullit’s is not dating anyone.
Relationships Record: We have no records of past relationships for Ruud Gullit. You may help us to build the dating records for Ruud Gullit!In 1985, Gullit moved to PSV for 1.2 million Dutch guilders and wound up scoring 46 goals in 68 league appearances for the team. Gullit was again named Footballer of the Year in 1986 as he helped PSV capture the Eredivisie crown, a feat they repeated the following year. It was at PSV that Gullit really began to establish himself as a world class footballer and his distinctive, dreadlocked appearance made certain that he would catch the eye of Europe’s biggest clubs. Gullit was also singled out for criticism by large numbers of Feyenoord supporters, who branded him a “wolf” and accused him of moving to Eindhoven for money.
Facts & Trivia
Ruud Ranked on the list of most popular Soccer Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Netherlands. Ruud Gullit celebrates birthday on September 1 of every year.
Gullit won the Ballon d’Or in 1987 and was named the World Soccer Player of the Year in 1987 and 1989. Normally an attacking midfielder, he was a versatile player, playing in numerous positions during his career. In 2004, he was named one of the Top 125 greatest living footballers as part of FIFA’s 100th anniversary celebration.
Why is Ruud Gullit so good?
In his pomp he was a mightily impressive sight. He had the full super-skill toolkit in his feet, could dribble past four players and slot it home any time you like, but while most would be happy with that in their armoury, Ruud was incredibly flexible and versatile.
Did Ruud Gullit win the Ballon d Or?
Gullit won the Ballon d’Or in 1987 and was named the World Soccer Player of the Year in 1987 and 1989.
Where is Ruud Gullit now?
Gullit has been working as a football pundit for several years now and continues to be associated with multiple media companies across the world including the BBC, beIN Sports and Sky Sports.
Is Ruud Gullit Indian?
In a country whose footballers have vastly originated from the African ethnicity (like Patrick Kluivert and Ruud Gullit), Winter was the name who stood out with his Indian descent. He was of Hindustani descent, making him the greatest player that India never produced.
How old is Gullit?
59 years (September 1, 1962)
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