Mees Kreekels

Mees Tonne Berten Kreekels (born 1 November 2001) is a Dutch professional footballer who plays as a centre-back.

Club career Born in Helmond, Kreekels began his career at the PSV youth academy. On 13 January 2020, he made his professional debut for PSV's reserve side, Jong PSV in an Eerste Divisie match against Jong Ajax. Kreekels was a starter as the match ended 0–0.

On 24 January 2023, Kreekels signed a one-and-a-half-year contract with his hometown club Helmond Sport.

On 7 August 2024, Kreekels moved to Vitesse on a two-year deal.

On 2 September 2025, Kreekels signed a one-year contract with ADO Den Haag, with the option of a one-year extension.

International career Kreekels made his international debut for the Netherlands at the under-19 level on 8 October 2019 in a 2020 UEFA U-19 Championship qualifier against Moldova U19.

Personal life His grandfather Lambert Kreekels is Helmond's all-time top goalscorer and his father Bertran Kreekels also played for the club.

Career statistics

Honours ADO Den Haag Eerste Divisie: 2025–26