Axel Laurent Angel Lambert Witsel is a Belgian professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder or centre-back for Girona in La Liga and represents the Belgium national team. He began his career at his hometown club Standard Liège, making 183 appearances and scoring 42 goals while helping the team win five domestic trophies. Renowned for his composure on the ball, passing range, tactical intelligence, and versatility, Witsel has enjoyed a distinguished career across top European leagues, becoming a key figure for both club and country.