JELLE VAN DAMME
| Passing (P) | Shooting (V) | Heading (H) | Tackling (T) | Control (C) | Speed (S) | Finishing (F) | Total | Bargain | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 9 | 1.5 | £600k |
Jelle Van Damme
- Full name: Jelle Van Damme
- Date of birth: February 10, 1983
- Place of birth: Lokeren, Belgium
- Nationality: Belgian
- Position: Left back / Centre back (defender)
- Club (notable): LA Galaxy (Major League Soccer)
Career overview
- Jelle Van Damme is a Belgian professional footballer known primarily as a left back or central defender. He began his senior career in Belgium and went on to play for several clubs across Europe before moving to Major League Soccer.
- His European clubs included Lokeren (youth and early senior), Germinal Beerschot, Ajax (Netherlands), Southampton (England, on loan), Werder Bremen (Germany), Anderlecht (Belgium), and Standard Liège (Belgium).
- Van Damme signed with LA Galaxy of Major League Soccer in January 2019. He played as an experienced defensive option and contributed leadership to the squad during his time in MLS.
- He has also been capped by the Belgium national team, earning appearances during his international career.
Style of play
- Van Damme is known for his physical presence, aerial ability, and versatility across the back line. He can play both as an attacking fullback and as a central defender when required.
- He brings experience, set-piece threat, and leadership to his teams.
Notes
- Appearances, goals and club status change over time; for the latest match statistics and current club status consult official club sources or up-to-date databases.