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- Name
- Jürgen Locadia
- Nationality
- Curacao
- Position
- Forward
- Current Team
- Curaçao
Club Career
Locadia has played in several European leagues, including:
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The Netherlands (Eredivisie)
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England (Premier League)
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Germany (Bundesliga)
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Other European clubs
At club level, he is known for:
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Leading the attacking line as a central striker
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Utilizing pace, power, and positioning to score goals
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Linking play with wingers and midfielders
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Being a threat in set pieces due to his aerial ability
International Career – Curaçao
Locadia represents the Curaçao national team, providing an experienced attacking option.
Role for Curaçao
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Acts as a central striker, leading the forward line
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Provides goal-scoring and finishing ability in key matches
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Adds depth and tactical flexibility to the attacking setup
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Combines with other forwards like Sontje Hansen and Gervane Kastaneer to create dynamic attacking options
He strengthens Curaçao’s squad with his experience in European professional football.
Playing Style
Primary Role: Striker / Centre Forward
Secondary Roles: Supporting forward
Key Strengths
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Aerial Ability: Strong in headers and set pieces
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Finishing: Clinical in front of goal
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Physicality: Uses strength to hold off defenders
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Movement & Positioning: Intelligent runs to exploit defensive gaps
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Link-Up Play: Combines with wingers and midfielders effectively
Locadia excels in systems that use a target man or central striker, particularly in setups that rely on crosses, hold-up play, and quick transitions.
