Bert Esselink


Bert Johan Esselink is a Dutch professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Scottish Premiership club Dundee United.

Club career

Early career

Born in 's-Heerenberg, Esselink started his career in the youth academy of Dutch club De Graafschap, before joining his first senior club PAEEK in 2020.

PAEEK

On 15 July 2020, it was officially announced that Esselink signed for PAEEK until June 2021.
He made his professional debut on 12 September 2020 in a Cypriot Second Division game against Achyronas Liopetriou.
On 27 June 2021, PAEEK announced the renewal of Esselink's contract until 31 May 2022.

APOEL

On 9 January 2022, it was officially announced that Esselink signed for APOEL until 2024 after his release clause was exercised.

Loan to Olympiakos Nicosia

On 26 August 2022, he was loaned for a year to Olympiakos Nicosia.

Stal Mielec

On 3 July 2023, Esselink signed a one-year contract with Polish Ekstraklasa side Stal Mielec. On 9 April 2024, his deal was extended for another season after meeting the requirements listed in his contract.

Dundee United

In June 2025, Esselink signed a two-year contract with Scottish Premiership club Dundee United.

Honours

PAEEK