Mark van Bommel

Mark van Bommel is a physically strong central and defensive midfielder known for his accurate shots, his toughness and his cantankerous temper. In the course of attacks that he takes part in in every match, he can cover a tremendous distance. Van Bommel is the son-in-law of the current coach of the Dutch national team, Bert van Marwijk, who has made a contribution to Van Bommel's skills. Van Bommel began his professional career at the age of 16 at Fortuna Sittard, a club Van Marwijk headed at the time.