Van Bommel: 'De Ketelaere is a complete player' ahead of Italy vs Belgium
Belgium national team manager Mark van Bommel highlighted the qualities of Charles De Ketelaere, calling him a 'complete player' ahead of Belgium's upcoming fixture against Italy. The comments come as Belgium prepare for the international window, with De Ketelaere expected to feature prominently. Van Bommel's endorsement underscores the attacker/winger's importance in Belgium's setup, particularly after his strong form at Atalanta in Serie A.
Read the full story at football-italia.netA coach publicly backing one of his key attacking players is standard squad management, but the timing — ahead of a high-profile clash with Italy — suggests De Ketelaere will carry a significant creative burden. For Atalanta supporters, the continued international recognition reinforces his development curve; for Belgium, it signals tactical reliance on a player who can operate across the frontline. Expect De Ketelaere to feature in a fluid attacking role rather than a fixed position.
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