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Nigel de Jong
Born: November 30, 1984
Height: 5' 8.5" (174cm)
Hometown: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Nationality: 
Dutch
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DutchPosition: Midfielder
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F13%2F48%2Fnigel-de-jong.jpg "AC Milan's Dutch midfielder Nigel de Jong celebrates at full time during the UEFA Champions League group H football match between Celtic and AC Milan at Celtic Park in Glasgow on November 26, 2013")
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| Career History | ||
|---|---|---|
| Senior | 2009-2012 | Manchester City |
| 2012-2016 | AC Milan | |
| 2016- | Los Angeles Galaxy | |
| International | 2004- | Netherlands |
Sports Mole has 228 articles about Nigel de Jong. Articles 1 to 40:
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F28%2Fengland_1.jpg "England manager Gareth Southgate and Bukayo Saka look dejected after losing the Euro 2020 final")
Euro 2024 final: How have England, Spain fared in past major international finals?
Sports Mole looks at England and Spain's past experiences in major international tournament finals ahead of their Euro 2024 showdown in Berlin.Jul 13, 21:08
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F23%2F41%2Fryan-gravenberch.jpg "Liverpool's Ryan Gravenberch in action on October 5, 2023")
Ronald Koeman holds grudge against Liverpool's Ryan Gravenberch after Netherlands snub
Netherlands boss Ronald Koeman admits he still holds a grudge against Liverpool's Ryan Gravenberch, but suggests that there is a route back for the midfielder into the national team squad.Oct 10, 18:05
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F23%2F35%2Fryan-gravenberch.jpg "Bayern Munich's Ryan Gravenberch reacts on May 20, 2023")
Liverpool midfielder Ryan Gravenberch criticised for Netherlands Under-21 withdrawal
New Liverpool midfielder Ryan Gravenberch receives stinging criticism over his decision to withdraw from the Netherlands Under-21s squad.Sep 5, 08:52
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F21%2F23%2Fharry-kane.JPG "England captain Harry Kane during the Euro 2020 clash with Croatia on June 13, 2021")
Nigel De Jong: 'Harry Kane would slot right in at Man City'
City have been linked with a move for the Tottenham striker as a replacement for Sergio Aguero.Jun 26, 14:23
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A look at Amazon Prime's opening night of Premier League football
There was a familiar feel to the coverage, but frustration for some on opening night.Dec 3, 22:30
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Nigel de Jong completes Mainz 05 move
Bundesliga outfit Mainz 05 sign experienced midfielder Nigel de Jong on a free transfer following his release from Galatasaray.Jan 5, 23:03
Nigel de Jong joins Los Angeles Galaxy
Nigel de Jong joins the likes of Steven Gerrard and Ashley Cole at the Los Angeles Galaxy following his recent release by AC Milan.Feb 3, 16:30
Leicester City enter Nigel de Jong talks?
AC Milan midfielder Nigel de Jong is reportedly the subject of a £2m bid from Premier League side Leicester City.Jan 5, 10:03
AC Milan held by Hellas Verona
Luca Toni scores from the penalty spot as Hellas Verona come from behind to earn a 1-1 draw against AC Milan.Dec 13, 15:53
Nigel de Jong "not happy" at AC Milan
AC Milan midfielder Nigel de Jong admits that his lack of first-team action with his Italian club is becoming a problem.Oct 27, 18:04
AC Milan edge five-goal thriller at Udinese
AC Milan hold off a late Udinese onslaught to edge a five-goal thriller 3-2 in their away Serie A clash, as Mario Balotelli scores the opener with a free kick.Sep 22, 20:42
Turkey hand Netherlands major setback for Euro 2016 qualifying hopes
Turkey secure a 3-0 victory over the Netherlands to put a huge dent in the qualification hopes of Danny Blind's men for Euro 2016.Sep 6, 17:55
On This Day: Manchester City sign Vincent Kompany
On this day in 2008, Manchester City spent £6m to sign young centre-back Vincent Kompany from Hamburg.Aug 22, 07:00
AC Milan coach hits out at Pep Guardiola
AC Milan boss Sinisa Mihajlovic reminds Bayern coach Pep Guardiola that fouls are par for the course in football after an ill-tempered friendly in Munich.Aug 4, 23:29
Team News: Arturo Vidal starts for Bayern Munich against AC Milan
Bayern Munich rest several first-team players for their Audi Cup semi-final clash with AC Milan.Aug 4, 18:15
Preview:Bayern Munich vs. AC Milan
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's Audi Cup semi-final between Bayern Munich and AC Milan at the Allianz Arena.Aug 3, 12:56
On this day: Chelsea spend big to land Shaun Wright-Phillips
On this day 10 years ago, Shaun Wright-Phillips completed a £21m switch from Manchester City to Chelsea on a five-year deal.Jul 18, 07:00
Nigel de Jong tells Zlatan Ibrahimovic: 'Join me at AC Milan'
Nigel de Jong tells Paris Saint-Germain striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic to re-join AC Milan.Jul 12, 15:47
Nigel de Jong commits to AC Milan
Premier League-linked midfielder Nigel de Jong puts pen to paper on a new three-year deal at AC Milan.Jun 26, 10:45
Midfielder Nigel de Jong to sign new AC Milan deal?
Speculation in Italy claims that Nigel de Jong, who is a reported transfer target of Manchester United, will sign a new contract with AC Milan.Jun 18, 14:13
Manchester United keen on signing Nigel de Jong?
A report suggests that Nigel de Jong will join Manchester United this summer, unless his wage demands at San Siro are met.May 27, 21:14
AC Milan plot Alex Song move?
West Ham United will reportedly face competition from AC Milan to sign loanee midfielder Alex Song.May 18, 15:01
Preview:Sassuolo vs. AC Milan
Sports Mole looks ahead to this weekend's Serie A match between Sassuolo and AC Milan.May 15, 19:23
Genoa beat 10-man AC Milan
Genoa secure a 3-1 win over 10-man AC Milan to leave them just outside the Europa League places in the Serie A table.Apr 29, 20:42
Inter frustrated in controversial Milan derby
AC Milan ride their luck to earn a 0-0 draw with rivals Inter Milan at the San Siro.Apr 19, 20:41
Half-Time Report: Inter holding Rossoneri in Milan derby
Inter and AC Milan cancel each other out in a goalless opening 45 minutes at the San Siro.Apr 19, 19:33
Report: Nigel De Jong ready to join Manchester United?
Manchester United are ready to bring ex-Manchester City midfielder Nigel De Jong to Old Trafford this summer, according to reports.Apr 14, 20:25
AC Milan hit back to hold Sampdoria
Alfred Duncan's own goal gifts AC Milan a point as the home side earn a 1-1 draw against Sampdoria at the San Siro.Apr 12, 20:40
Manchester United hold talks with Nigel de Jong?
AC Milan midfielder Nigel de Jong reportedly holds talks with Manchester United ahead of a potential summer move.Apr 1, 15:12
Nigel de Jong remains confident in Guus Hiddink
The Netherlands squad are fully behind under-fire head coach Guus Hiddink, according to Nigel de Jong.Mar 29, 08:39
Team News: Four changes apiece for Netherlands, Turkey
Netherlands and Turkey make four changes apiece ahead of their Euro 2016 Group A qualifier at the Amsterdam ArenA.Mar 28, 19:11
Team News: Two changes for AC Milan, four for Cagliari
AC Milan make two changes to their lineup for their Serie A clash against Cagliari. Mar 21, 19:34
Report: Juventus want Nigel de Jong
A report claims that Juventus want to sign AC Milan midfielder Nigel de Jong on a free transfer this summer.Mar 11, 15:03
Team News: Five changes for AC Milan for Serie A clash with Hellas Verona
AC Milan make five changes for their Serie A clash against Hellas Verona.Mar 7, 19:22
Nigel de Jong 'favours Manchester United move after snubbing Ajax return'
Former Manchester City midfielder Nigel de Jong is reportedly interested in a move back to the Premier League, with Manchester United said to top the list of suitors.Feb 19, 06:45
Report: Nigel de Jong not keen on Ajax return
A report claims that AC Milan midfielder Nigel de Jong has rejected the chance to re-join former club Ajax this summer.Feb 18, 16:05
Team News: Four changes for AC Milan ahead of Empoli clash
AC Milan make four changes to their starting lineup for their Serie A clash with Empoli.Feb 15, 11:31
Report: Manchester United want Nigel de Jong
A report claims that Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal wants to sign AC Milan midfielder Nigel de Jong.Feb 11, 17:59
Team News: Alessio Cerci starts for AC MIlan against Atalanta BC
Alessio Cerci starts his first league match for AC Milan in the Serie A match against Atalanta BC.Jan 18, 13:15
Nigel de Jong fires AC Milan into last eight
AC Milan book their place in the last eight of the Coppa Italia with a 2-1 win over Sassuolo at the San Siro.Jan 13, 21:57
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