Marvin Emnes

PROFILE
Dutch striker/winger Marvin Emnes joined Whitecaps FC in September 2018 with an extensive resume from over 12 years in top Dutch, English, and Turkish leagues. Emnes is a quick attacker that can line up on either wing or as striker, and is dangerous in one-v-one situations.

EUROPE
'05-'18: Emnes recorded 50 goals in 301 appearances across all competitions in Europe prior to his arrival in Vancouver. He began his professional career with Sparta Rotterdam in 2005, spending three Eredivisie seasons after developing in the hometown club’s academy program. He transferred to England in 2008, first with Middlesbrough FC, then Swansea City AFC, and Blackburn Rovers FC, featuring in both the Premier League and Championship for nine years. He made the move to Turkey in 2017 for a spell with Süper Lig club Akhisar Belediyespor.

INTERNATIONAL
Emnes played for the Dutch national team in his youth, from the U-16 through U-21 levels.