Ruben Kluivert

Nationality

Dutch

Date of Birth

21-05-2001

On the Pitch

Ruben Kluivert, born in Amsterdam in 2001, plays as a center-back for Casa Pia in Portugal’s Primeira Liga. He progressed through AFC Amsterdam and FC Utrecht’s youth systems before making his Eredivisie debut with Utrecht in May 2022. After a season at Dordrecht, he transferred to Casa Pia in July 2024, where he’s become a defensive regular, notching over 20 appearances and even scoring his first professional goal. Known for his height (1.87 m), calm reads of the game, and a clean left foot, he continues carving his niche in top-flight Portuguese football.

Off the Pitch

Hailing from a footballing dynasty, his father Patrick and brother Justin are both Dutch internationals, Ruben already shows promise off the field. While he maintains a relatively low public profile, he embraces streetwear, reflecting his family’s flair for fashion. A thoughtful figure, he’s expressed interest in mentoring youth and has participated in community sports programs in both the Netherlands and Portugal. Though still early in his journey, Ruben balances professional focus with cultural identity, hinting at broader ambitions beyond football.

Clothing Style

Streetwear

Playing Style

Defensive warrior

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/ruben_kluivert/

Magazine

#71