10 greatest Dutch players of all time

#2 Ruud Gullit (Midfielder)

Ruud Gullit of AC Milan races to intercept the ball

Recognisable on the pitch for his waving skills, eye for goal and incredible dreadlocks, Gullit became the greatest midfielder in the world after dominating world football both domestically, and internationally for Holland.

The captain of the Euro 1988 winning side, Gullit holds a special place in Dutch history, and that's without considering his talent and achievements at club level. Six incredible years in Holland learning his trade brought unprecedented success before he moved to AC Milan in 1987. Three Eredivisie titles and a KNVB Cup victory occurred before his Italian job took place.

In six years at Milan, Gullit won 3 Serie A titles including back-to-back European Cup triumphs, where Ruud scored twice in the 1989 final against Steaua Bucharest. Further success at Sampdoria and an FA Cup success at Chelsea were added to his honours before embarking on a rather unfortunate time in club management.

Incredibly gifted, a leader on the field, and with little flaws in his game, Gullit was a star wherever he went.