Ryan Gravenberch
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Ryan Jiro Gravenberch (Dutch pronunciation: [Ryɑn ɣrɑvɛnbɛrx]; born 16 May 2002) is a Dutch professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for Premier League club Liverpool and the Netherlands national team. Known for his quality on the ball, ability to play out of pressure, and his intercepting, tackling, and dribbling abilities, he is widely regarded as one of the best defensive midfielders in the world. Gravenberch began his career with Zeeburgia before joining Ajax, where he won three Eredivisie titles. In 2022, he signed for Bayern Munich, helping them win the Bundesliga. He transferred to Liverpool in 2023, where he emerged as a focal player in the club’s 2024–25 Premier League win. Gravenberch played for the Netherlands at various youth levels, and was part of the under-17 squad that won the 2018 UEFA European Under-17 Championship. He made his senior debut in 2021 and represented the country at UEFA Euro 2024.