Fred Rutten, born on December fifth, nineteen sixty-two, is a distinguished Dutch football coach and former player, currently leading the Curaçao national team. His playing career was exclusively tied to FC Twente, where he showcased his skills from nineteen seventy-nine to nineteen ninety-two, becoming a beloved figure in the club's history.
After hanging up his boots, Rutten transitioned into coaching, taking the helm at Twente, where he had previously made his mark as a player. His managerial journey has seen him at the forefront of several prominent clubs, including Schalke 04, PSV Eindhoven, SBV Vitesse, and Feyenoord, among others.
Rutten's coaching expertise has also taken him internationally, with stints at Al Shabab and Maccabi Haifa, and more recently, he has been at the helm of Anderlecht. His extensive experience in both playing and coaching has made him a respected figure in the world of football.