Wednesday, 3 September 2025 – 00:32 WIB
Jakarta, Viva – The work of Indonesian national team players on the European stage is increasingly stealing the attention. This season, there are four Garuda pillars that compete in five European top leagues – Serie A, Bundesliga, to Ligue 1.
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Their presence is evidence of the development of Indonesian football which began to get recognition at the highest level of the world.
The following is a complete list:
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1. Emil Audero (Cremonese – Serie A)
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The main goalkeeper of the Indonesian national team has just undergone a new adventure with Cremonese in Serie A. Emil Audero is known as a fast reflex and a long experience in the highest caste of Italy. His move is expected to strengthen his position as a mainstay under the Garuda Rules.
2. Jay Idzes (Sassuolo – Serie A)
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After success with Venezia, Jay Idzes now strengthens Sassuolo in Serie A. This tall center back has the ability to read good games and strong air duels. Its presence in one of the most competitive leagues in the world is a big capital for the defense line of the Indonesian national team.
3. Kevin Diks (Borussia Mochengladbach – Bundesliga)
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The name Kevin Diks adds to the long list of Indonesian players in Europe. The player who can operate as a right and left back is now playing for Borussia Moenchengladbach in the Bundesliga. The adaptation of the Diks in German competition will be a challenge, but also the opportunity to develop at the highest level.
4. Calvin Verdonk (Lille – Ligue 1)
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The latest transfer came from Calvin Verdonk who officially anchored to Lille, a big club Ligue 1 France. Verdonk is known as a modern left back with a solid and aggressive surviving ability to help attacks. This move is a big step in his career, as well as pride for Indonesian football.
With the presence of Emil Audero, Jay Idzes, Kevin Diks, and Calvin Verdonk, there are now four Indonesian national team players who performed in five top European leagues. This achievement is a positive signal for the development of national football, as well as inspiration for the young generation of Indonesia to penetrate the world stage.
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3. Kevin Diks (Borussia Mochengladbach – Bundesliga)
Indonesian Footballers in Europe: A Statistical Snapshot
To further illuminate the impact of Indonesian players in European football, we’ve compiled a table summarizing key data points and offering comparisons. This table provides a fresh perspective on their achievements and potential.
| Player | club (League) | Position | Key Strengths | Notable Achievements/Stats |
| —————— | ——————– | —————– | ——————————————— | ——————————————————————————————— |
| Emil Audero | Cremonese (Serie A) | goalkeeper | Reflexes, Experience, Command in the Box | Serie A Debut, Potential to become a key player |
| Jay Idzes | Sassuolo (Serie A) | Center Back | Aerial Duels, Game Reading, Physical strength | Strengthens Sassuolo’s Defense, Adapting to a New League |
| Kevin Diks | borussia M’gladbach (Bundesliga) | Right/Left Back | Versatility, Crossing Ability, defensive prowess | Bundesliga Debut, Adapting to German
