1982
Gullit Joins Feyenoord from Haarlem
Ruud Gullit becomes a Feyenoord player after arriving from Haarlem, adding athleticism, improvisation and aerial strength to an ambitious Rotterdam side.
Football player and manager history
Ruud Gullit
Explore 7 football history records associated with Ruud Gullit, arranged by year, month, day and event. Entries may concern different clubs or national teams during the person’s career.
Historical events
1984
Gullit Feyenoord Domestic Double
Ruud Gullit excels as Feyenoord wins the Eredivisie and KNVB Cup in 1983–84, giving the club a domestic double during Johan Cruyff's final playing season.
1985
Transfer to PSV
Joins PSV and becomes one of the leading players in Dutch football.
1987
Ballon d'Or
Wins the Ballon d'Or after an outstanding year for PSV, AC Milan and the Netherlands.
1987
Transfer to AC Milan
Joins AC Milan from PSV in a major transfer and becomes part of the club's celebrated Dutch trio.
1988 June 25th
European Championship Final
Captains the Netherlands and heads the opening goal in the 2-0 European Championship final victory over the Soviet Union.
1997
Gullit Guides Chelsea to Wembley Glory
Gullit ends the tournament with Chelsea on top after the 2-0 final against Middlesbrough.