About Bert Esselink
Born 1999. Bert Esselink is a Dutch association football player.
Bert Johan Esselink (born 16 August 1999) is a Dutch professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Scottish Premiership club Dundee United.
Club career
Early career Born in 's-Heerenberg, Esselink started his career in the youth academy of Dutch club De Graafschap, before joining his first senior club PAEEK in 2020.
PAEEK On 15 July 2020, it was officially announced that Esselink signed for PAEEK until June 2021.
He made his professional debut on 12 September 2020 in a Cypriot Second Division game against Achyronas Liopetriou.
On 27 June 2021, PAEEK announced the renewal of Esselink's contract until 31 May 2022.
APOEL
On 9 January 2022, it was officially announced that Esselink signed for APOEL until 2024 after his release clause was exercised.
Loan to Olympiakos Nicosia
On 26 August 2022, he was loaned for a year to Olympiakos Nicosia.
Stal Mielec On 3 July 2023, Esselink signed a one-year contract with Polish Ekstraklasa side Stal Mielec. On 9 April 2024, his deal was extended for another season after meeting the requirements listed in his contract.
Dundee United In June 2025, Esselink signed a two-year contract with Scottish Premiership club Dundee United.
Career statistics
Honours PAEEK Cypriot Second Division: 2020–21
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Bert Esselink?
Dutch footballer (born 1999)
When was Bert Esselink born?
Bert Esselink was born on 16 August 1999 in Arnhem.
What is Bert Esselink's occupation?
Bert Esselink is an association football player.
What nationality is Bert Esselink?
Bert Esselink is Dutch.
Sources & further reading
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bert Esselink. https://biography.guide/bert-esselink/
MLA: "Bert Esselink." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bert-esselink/.
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