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Jerry Van Dam

b. 1988

Ghanaian and French professional footballer

Association football player
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About Jerry Van Dam

Born 1988. Jerry Van Dam is a Ghanaian and French association football player.

Loan to Caen Vandam agreed to join Caen on loan from Lille for 2011–12 Ligue 1 season. He made 36 appearances out of Caen's 38 league matches, scoring one goal. Vandam made his debut for Caen in a 1–0 win over Valenciennes on 6 August 2011, at the Stade Michel d'Ornano. He scored his first goal for the club in the 82nd minute following an assist by Frédéric Bulot in a 4–2 loss to Paris Saint-Germain on 29 October 2011, at the Parc des Princes. Caen were eventually relegated in 18th position, three points shy from safety in Ligue 1.

Mechelen On 27 January 2013, Vandam joined Belgian Pro League club Mechelen on a 3-year contract until 30 June 2016.

International career Vandam was born in Lille, France, to Ghanaian parents, and holds dual nationality. In September 2010, he expressed his desire to play for Ghana.

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Important facts

Born
8 December 1988, Lille
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Association football player
Nationality
Ghana, France
Also known as
Jerry Vandam, Jerry Boachie Van Dam

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Jerry Van Dam?

Ghanaian and French professional footballer

When was Jerry Van Dam born?

Jerry Van Dam was born on 8 December 1988 in Lille.

What is Jerry Van Dam's occupation?

Jerry Van Dam is an association football player.

What nationality is Jerry Van Dam?

Jerry Van Dam is Ghanaian and French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jerry Van Dam

· Wikidata: Q2194828

· DBpedia: Jerry Vandam

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