AZ Alkmaar

An academy product who helped AZ's U-18 side win a league and cup double, Owusu-Oduro established himself as AZ's first-choice goalkeeper following Matthew Ryan's departure. He possesses excellent reflexes, brave shot-stopping, and commanding aerial ability, gaining European experience in the UEFA Conference League.

A veteran goalkeeper who came through AZ's academy and returned after gaining valuable experience at MVV, Volendam, and Go Ahead Eagles. He was named Volendam's Player of the Season and won the Bronze Shield for best goalkeeper at Go Ahead Eagles. He provides experienced backup and leadership.

A towering 196cm goalkeeper from the AZ academy who primarily plays for Jong AZ. Selected for the Netherlands U17 national team, he uses his impressive reach and commanding presence in the box to his advantage.

A homegrown goalkeeper who joined the AZ academy at under-12 level and made his professional debut for Jong AZ in January 2023, keeping a clean sheet. Of Brazilian descent through his mother, he is known for his calm positioning and reliable shot-stopping ability.

A highly experienced goalkeeper who made 233 Eredivisie appearances for PSV, winning three league titles, and earned caps for the Netherlands national team. After four seasons at Spezia in Serie A, he joined AZ in 2024, bringing stability, leadership, and big-game experience.

An academy-developed centre-back from Amsterdam who has rapidly risen in valuation thanks to his combination of speed, reading of the game, and aerial ability at 187cm. He is strong in build-up play and has established himself as one of AZ's most valuable defenders.

An Italian centre-back who developed through the academies of Bologna, AC Milan, Udinese, and Barcelona before signing with Bayer Leverkusen. A winner of the 2024 UEFA U-17 European Championship, he is known for his ability to drive forward with the ball and his quality in passing. On loan at AZ.

A tall, left-footed centre-back from AZ's academy who excels as a ball-playing defender. Standing at 190cm, he combines precise build-up play from his left foot with strong physical attributes, making him one of the most promising young centre-backs in the Eredivisie.

A left-footed Danish defender who joined AZ from AGF Aarhus and has been selected for Denmark's youth national teams. He offers accurate distribution from his left foot and dynamic overlapping runs from the back.

A Portuguese centre-back developed at Benfica's academy who made his Primeira Liga debut at Famalicão before joining AZ for approximately €4.2 million in 2023. Primarily a centre-back but also capable of playing right-back, he is known for his physical strength and one-on-one defensive ability.

A Mexican left-back from Guadalajara (Chivas) who became only the second Mexican to play for AZ after Héctor Moreno. With 26 Liga MX starts under his belt, he registered an assist on his Eredivisie debut. He offers quality left-footed crossing and dynamic attacking runs.

A centre-back hailed as the finest product of RB Omiya Ardija's academy. At 185cm, he excels in aerial duels while also possessing outstanding build-up ability, using precise vertical passes to midfield and switches of play to initiate attacks. Selected for the 2025 J2 League Best XI, he describes himself as a 'complete centre-back who can do everything.'

A left-footed centre-back who came through FC Volendam's academy and made his Eredivisie debut there before joining AZ in 2024. At 190cm, he is dominant in aerial duels and offers quality left-footed distribution from the back.

A dynamic attacking right-back who was converted from a forward, bringing exceptional stamina and offensive threat to the flank. His precise crossing and ability to cut inside make him a constant attacking outlet. He was named to the 2023 J1 League Best XI at Cerezo Osaka and has become a regular for the Japan national team. At AZ, he impressed in the UEFA Europa League, notably shutting down Tottenham's Son Heung-min.

The younger brother of Juventus star Teun Koopmeiners, he is an AZ academy product who developed through loans at Excelsior and Almere City. In the 2024-25 season, he became a regular starter with 34 appearances and 7 assists. At 186cm, he excels in ball recovery and set-piece delivery.

A defensive midfielder from Egmond aan Zee who joined AZ's youth academy in 2014 at age ten. He made his professional debut for Jong AZ in April 2021. At 186cm, he uses his physical presence and wide covering range to serve as an effective midfield shield.

A veteran defensive midfielder with 129 Eredivisie appearances for Feyenoord and Premier League experience at Southampton. Despite his compact 169cm frame, he dominates midfield with exceptional ball-winning ability and precise passing. Capped 11 times by the Netherlands, he has been a key figure in AZ's midfield since joining in 2019.

A left-footed attacking midfielder who joined AZ from Sparta Rotterdam for approximately €2.5 million. Despite standing 190cm tall, he possesses delicate ball control and excellent vision, capable of operating as a central midfielder or winger. His left-footed through balls and long-range shooting are key weapons.

A defensive midfielder from Heerhugowaard who came through AZ's academy. He provides stability in the holding role with intelligent positioning and composed passing to support the team's build-up play, continuing his development between Jong AZ and the first team.

A right-back who joined AZ's academy from Fortuna Wormerveer in 2019. Despite his compact frame, he possesses excellent pace and mobility, contributing effectively in transitions. He made his first-team debut in the 2025 KNVB Cup.

A homegrown defensive midfielder who joined AZ's academy at age nine. He made his professional debut for Jong AZ in January 2023 and was called up to the full Netherlands national team at a young age. He stands out for his defensive intensity, football intelligence, and quick transitions after winning possession.

A well-traveled right-back who developed through several Dutch academies including Feyenoord and ADO Den Haag before gaining Serie A experience at Bologna. After a loan at Rapid Wien, he joined AZ in 2023. He combines his 186cm frame with accurate crossing from his right foot to contribute in both attack and defense.

A Czech attacking midfielder from Baník Ostrava who signed a five-year contract with AZ in 2025. Versatile enough to play as a right winger or striker, he has represented the Czech Republic at every youth level from U16 through U20, showcasing his creative ability and goal threat.

A left-back who came through Ajax's academy and gained experience on loan at Sporting CP B and Orihuela CF before establishing himself at PEC Zwolle. His impressive performances earned a move to AZ in 2022. He is known for his accurate crossing from his left foot, well-timed overlapping runs, and solid defensive work.

A holding midfielder who joined AZ's academy in 2017 and has been highly regarded throughout the youth ranks. Part of the Netherlands U19 team that won the 2025 UEFA European Under-19 Championship, he made his senior debut in the Conference League against Crystal Palace. He excels in reading the game and provides stability in the defensive midfield.

A left-footed Brazilian winger from Santos FC who gained European experience on loan at Maccabi Tel Aviv before joining AZ. Operating as an inverted winger on the right, he cuts inside to unleash his deadly left foot. With Brazilian flair and technical excellence, he is devastatingly effective in one-on-one situations.

An Ireland international striker developed at Tottenham's academy who gained experience through loans at Ipswich, MK Dons, and Preston before breaking through with 17 goals at Excelsior Rotterdam. At 185cm, he combines effective hold-up play, intelligent movement behind defensive lines, and clinical finishing.

A left winger with Dutch and Moroccan dual nationality, and twin brother of FC Volendam's Anass Bouziane. He joined AZ's academy from Fortuna Wormerveer and developed through Jong AZ. Despite his compact 167cm frame, he possesses blistering pace and excellent dribbling ability.

A speedy winger from Ghana's Right to Dream Academy who broke through at BK Häcken in Sweden after developing at FC Nordsjælland. A FIFA U-17 World Cup participant in 2017, he joined AZ for approximately €4 million in 2023. He is known for his sharp runs from the right wing and ability to arrive in dangerous positions in the box.

A left-footed Danish winger who joined AZ via SønderjyskE and MLS side St. Louis City SC. While on loan at Viborg FF, he won the Superliga Goal of the Month award with a stunning direct free-kick. He is known for his accurate left-footed shooting and set-piece ability.

A clinical striker who worked his way up through FC Den Bosch, Willem II, and Heerenveen before breaking through at Heracles Almelo, where he scored 10 goals in 14 Eredivisie matches in the first half of 2025-26. He joined AZ for approximately €4.5 million, bringing sharp finishing instincts and lethal accuracy inside the penalty area.

A pacey winger from Rotterdam who joined AZ from Sparta Rotterdam for €5 million in January 2026. Despite his compact 170cm frame, he terrorizes defenses with explosive speed and devastating one-on-one ability on the right flank. His trademark moves include cutting inside to shoot and direct dribbling runs.

An Amsterdam-born winger who joined AZ's academy in 2015. He shone in the UEFA Youth League and made an impact in senior European competition, notably scoring the opener against Fenerbahce in the Europa League. He is known for his direct dribbling and cutting inside from the right wing.

The son of former AZ and Netherlands international Martijn Meerdink, he joined AZ's academy from De Graafschap. He scored twice in the 2022-23 UEFA Youth League final to help AZ win 5-0, and earned the club's Goal of the Year award for a strike described as 'Bergkamp-esque.' He also gained first-team experience on loan at Vitesse.