Here is all you need to know about Dutch footballer Teun Koopmeiners including his age, career, bio and style of play
Arne Slot’s official appointment as Liverpool’s new manager this summer has sparked suggestions of a reunion between Slot and Teun Koopmeiners. The midfield player for Atalanta, who was coached by Slot at AZ Alkmaar, appears to be departing the Serie A team this summer.
Koopmeiners has talked about heading to the Premier League and made it clear last month that he wants to leave Atalanta. On the other hand, the current Feyenoord manager is set to replace Jurgen Klopp at Anfield; a deal is expected to be finalised soon.
Quotidiano Sportivo reports that Koopmeiners, who will cost $64 million (£51 million/€60 million), is a top priority for Juventus, however, since The Reds have now joined the line, it might be not easy for the Serie A side. So who is this new target of the side? Let us have a look.
Who is Atalanta players Teun Koopmeiners, bio, age, height, parents, girlfriend, position, style of play, salary and contract
🚨 Arne Slot has identified £50m-rated Atalanta midfielder Teun Koopmeiners as his first signing once he is confirmed as Liverpool's head coach.
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Who is Teun Koopmeiners?
Teun Koopmeiners is a Dutch footballer who was born on February 28, 1998 in Castricum, Netherlands. The 26-year-old stands 1.84 m (6 ft 0 in) tall.
A look at Teun Koopmeiners’ career so far
Teun Koopmeiners is a midfielder for Atalanta of Serie A and the Netherlands national team. He played for the Netherlands at several youth levels before being called up to the senior team’s preliminary UEFA Nations League roster in August 2020.
Koopmeiners started his football career as a young player for the local team, Vitesse ’22, when he was still living in Castricum, North Holland. In 2009, he enrolled in the AZ Youth Academy’s under-12 level.
On August 18, 2017, Koopmeiners made his professional debut for Jong AZ in a 3-1 away win over FC Den Bosch. He made his squad debut on October 1, coming on for the final thirty minutes in place of Alireza Jahanbakhsh.
Koopmeiners joined Serie A team Atalanta on August 30, 2021, reportedly paying €12 million for the deal. He made his debut on September 11 against Fiorentina at home after coming on as a late substitute.
Talking about his international career, he has made his appearances for 2015 Netherlands U17, 2015-2016 Netherlands U18, 2016-2017 Netherlands U19, 2017-2018 Netherlands U20, 2018-2021 Netherlands U21 and 2020 Netherlands.
Teun Koopmeiners’ style of play
Koopmeiners can play defensive midfield as well as centre midfield. He can also play centre back and is also known for his leadership.
Koopmeiners is an imposing central midfielder who can do it all based on his performances, particularly this season. He breaks up the play well and naturally left footed, Koopmeiners typically operates in a defensive midfield role, but is known for his ability to bring the ball forwards.
Teun Koopmeiners’ family
Teun Koopmeiners is the child of Remco Koopmeiners. He has a brother who is also a football player. He plays for Alkmaar Zaanstreek aka AZ Alkmaar.
Teun Koopmeiners’ girlfriend
Teun Koopmeiners is dating Rosa Schmidt.
Teun Koopmeiners’ transfer value and salary
Teun Koopmeiners will cost around $64m (£51m/€60m) if any club wants to acquire his services. His contract with Atlanta is set to expire on Jun 30, 2027 with €7,680,000 gross salary left. As per Capology, he will earn €1,920,000 for the 2023-24 season without including bonuses.