Ruud Gullit
Ridi Dil "Ruud" Gullit, Rudi Dil "Ruud" Gullit
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Ruud Gullit (Dutch pronunciation: [ˈryt ˈxʏlɪt] ; born Rudi Dil; 1 September 1962) is a Dutch former footballer and subsequent manager. He was noted for his ability to play in multiple positions. At club level, Gullit moved from PSV to AC Milan in 1987 for a world record transfer fee. Nicknamed "The Black Tulip", he was part of a notable Dutch trio at AC Milan which included Marco van Basten and Frank Rijkaard. Gullit won three Serie A titles and two European Cups with Milan. In 1995, he signed for Chelsea and was appointed the club's player-manager a year later. In his debut season, he led Chelsea to FA Cup success, the club's first major title for 26 years, and in doing so, became the first overseas manager to win the FA Cup. Gullit captained the Netherlands national team that was victorious at the UEFA Euro 1988 and was also a member of the squad for the 1990 FIFA World Cup and Euro 1992. He won the Ballon d'Or in 1987 and was named the World Soccer Player of the Year in 1987 and 1989. In 2004, he was named one of the Top 125 greatest living footballers as part of FIFA's 100th anniversary celebration.
Career
- 1962Born
- 1975Joined AFC DWS
- 1979Joined HFC Haarlem
- 1979Joined Netherlands national under-21 football team
- 1981Joined Netherlands national association football team
- 1982Joined Feyenoord Rotterdam
- 1984Won Dutch Footballer of the Year
- 1985Joined PSV Eindhoven
- 1987Joined AC Milan
- 1987Won Ballon d'Or
- 1987Won Dutch Sportsman of the year
- 1993Joined U.C. Sampdoria
- 1994Joined AC Milan
- 1994Joined U.C. Sampdoria
- 1995Joined Chelsea F.C.
- 2017Won Italian Football Hall of Fame
- Won FIFA 100
Trivia
- •Place of birth: Amsterdam
- •Citizenship: Kingdom of the Netherlands
- •Known as: association football player, association football coach
- •Sport: association football
What happened recently
Ruud Gullit: I’m Worried About Xabi Alonso at Chelsea and Ruben Amorim at AC Milan
Christian Pulisic gets 'very dangerous' warning from AC Milan legend Ruud Gullit
USMNT star Christian Pulisic gets ‘very dangerous’ warning from AC Milan legend Ruud Gullit as ex-Man Utd boss Ruben Amorim takes the reins at San Siro
Ruud Gullit hopes the Netherlands can change their FIFA World Cup fortunes: “You need a little bit of luck”
Ruud Gullit denies calling for FIFA president Infantino to resign over 2026 World Cup immigration issues
Fact Check: Dutch Legend Ruud Gullit DENIED Calling On FIFA President Infantino To Resign Amid U.S. Immigration Policies Controversy
Gullit comments on Milan’s collapse, Allegri’s failure, Leao’s struggles and Modric
World Cup stories: Ruud Gullit names his favourites to win the tournament, hopes for Netherlands
Ruud Gullit tells Chelsea to sign player like Man United star, warns it’ll be a “problem” if they don’t
‘You have to avoid that’ - Ruud Gullit reveals his advice for Barcelona star Lamine Yamal
HALL OF FAME PRESENTED BY EMIRATES: ANCELOTTI, GULLIT AND KAKÁ VOTED BEST MIDFIELDERS
Legend Ruud Gullit expresses concern about Lamine Yamal’s physical condition: ‘They use him all the time’
Ruud Gullit on Bellingham, Real Madrid’s Evolution, and the Risks of Modern Football
Ruud Gullit says modern football is 'garbage' - but Arsenal’s success tells a different story
Ruud Gullit questions if Chelsea is 'right club' for 'development' of £35.5m Blues ace
Ballon d'Or winner Ruud Gullit defends Jude Bellingham as Real Madrid grapple with mounting concerns after Man City loss
Ruud Gullit's Commentary on the Fenerbahçe - Galatasaray Derby: 'They Forget to Use Their Heads'
Ruud Gullit Talks eSports, Chelsea, Liverpool & Advises Joshua Zirkzee on Next Career Move
Premier League manager begged to end contract after realising 'this isn't for me'
“The DNA is gone!” – Ruud Gullit says Todd Boehly did not know who he was when they met
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