Jeffrey Fortes

Jeffry Fortes (born 22 March 1989) is a professional footballer who plays as a right-back for club Den Bosch. Born in the Netherlands, he plays for the Cape Verde national football team.

Club career Starting his career as a left-back, Fortes began his football career in the youth ranks of Neptunus and SVV/SMC, before moving on to Dordrecht for a season in professional football in 2008–09. He then spent three seasons at Den Bosch, without making any appearances, before returning to Dordrecht. During his second stint with the team, he helped secure promotion to the Eredivisie in the 2013–14 season, but suffered relegation in the following season.

On 19 May 2016, Fortes signed a two-year contract with Excelsior. In January 2020, he joined city rivals Sparta Rotterdam on a free transfer.

On 12 August 2021, Fortes signed a one-year contract with De Graafschap. He went on to establish himself as a regular starter, amassing over 150 appearances across all competitions during a four-year spell at the club. Fortes departed De Graafschap following the conclusion of the 2024–25 season.

On 5 August 2025, Fortes returned to Den Bosch on a one-season deal.

International career Fortes was born in the Netherlands to parents of Cape Verdean descent. He made his debut for the Cape Verde national football team in a 1–0 win over Mozambique. He was named in the roster for the 2021 Africa cup of nations when the team reached the round of 16.

Honours Individual Eerste Divisie Team of the Year: 2022–23