Player profile — Jetro Willems
- Full name: Jetro Danovich Sexer Willems
- Date of birth: March 30, 1994
- Place of birth: Willemstad, Curaçao (citizenship: Netherlands)
- Nationality: Dutch
- Position: Left-back / wing-back (can also play left midfield)
Club career (summary)
- Sparta Rotterdam (youth): Early youth development.
- Feyenoord (youth): Progressed through the Feyenoord academy.
- PSV Eindhoven (2011–2017): Broke into the first team as a teenager; became notable for pace and attacking runs from left-back. Won Eredivisie titles with PSV (2014–15, 2015–16).
- Eintracht Frankfurt (2017–2020): Joined on loan in 2017, then permanently; contributed in Bundesliga and European competition.
- Newcastle United (loan 2019): Short-term loan spell in the Premier League.
- Greuther Fürth (2020–2021): Played in Germany.
- Later clubs: Continued career with clubs in the Netherlands and abroad (including spells at other teams after 2021).
International career
- Represented the Netherlands at multiple youth levels.
- Made senior debut for the Netherlands in 2012 at age 18, becoming one of the youngest players to appear for the Dutch national team.
- Was part of the Netherlands squad for UEFA Euro 2012 (called up) and appeared in subsequent international matches, contributing as an attacking full-back.
Playing style
- Known for exceptional pace, overlapping runs, and ability to contribute offensively with crosses and dribbles.
- Good athleticism and stamina, often used as an attacking wing-back in systems that require width from full-backs.
- Defensive positioning and physical robustness have been areas for development during his career.
Key honors
- Eredivisie champion with PSV Eindhoven: 2014–15, 2015–16
- Various domestic cups and youth-level honors during club career
Notable facts
- Became the youngest player to play for the Netherlands national team when he debuted in 2012 (18 years old).
- Born in Curaçao but represents the Netherlands internationally.
Note: Club details after 2021 may have changed; for the latest transfer and club information, consult up-to-date sources such as official club websites or major sports databases.